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OMAN SELECTS AGUSTA-WESTLAND SUPER LINX AND F-16 FIGHTERS

ABU DHABI, Oman government said it has selected Lockheed Martin F-16 (Block 60) fighters for RAFO, Royal Air Force of Oman. The government has also chosen Agusta-Westland Super Linx 300 for the sultanate's police. The announcement was given by Defence Minister of Oman, Sayyed Badr bin, during a ceremony. The selection of the helicopters was expected for next year, while the purchase of F-16 fighters...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 10584
Rome, Italy, 04/03/2001 18:24
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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