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Two EC-225s for the French defense

Paris, France - Due to enter service in the first half of 2010

Eurocopter (EADS) announced yesterday the purchase of two EC-225 helicopters by the French Defense Ministry for the country's navy. The two EC-225s ordered by the French Armament Procurement Agency (DGA) will be the first to be operated by the French Navy, and will be used to perform search and rescue (SAR) missions off the coast of Brittany. The aircraft are slated for delivery in the first half of...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1112280
Rome, Italy, 12/09/2009 11:44
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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