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Four new firefighting amphibious airplanes for Canada

Montreal, Canada - The government of Labrador and Newfoundland ordered Bombardier 415s

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has purchased four Bombardier 415 amphibious aircraft that will serve to replace part of its aging aerial firefighting fleet. Based on the list price, the contract is valued at approximately USD 120 million and includes aircraft modifications, spare parts provisioning, training and technical support. Deliveries of the aircraft will begin during the second...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1110747
Rome, Italy, 11/02/2009 13:06
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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