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September 7, 2010
- AgustaWestland, confirmed a previously unannounced order by
Weststar Aviation Services of Malaysia for nine AW139 medium twin engine
helicopters.
All nine aircraft
will be delivered by March 2011. Dedicated pilot and technician training
services and a comprehensive support package will be provided by
AgustaWestland.
Emilio Dalmasso, Senior Vice President Commercial Business Unit, AgustaWestland said ?It gives us great pleasure to have signed this contract with Weststar Aviation Services, one of the leading Malaysian helicopter operators, marking the entrance of the AW139 in the South East Asia offshore helicopter market. |
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"We are sure the
AW139 with its outstanding performance, comfort and safety will prove to
be extremely successful in the overall offshore market in the region.?'
The AW139 has
achieved great success in
With its power
reserve, the AW139 delivers Category A (Class 1) performance from a
helipad (elevated or at ground level) at maximum take-off weight with an
unmatched one engine inoperative capability. The standard configuration
provides seating for twelve or fifteen passengers in a large and bright
8.0 m3 cabin with excellent ease of access and egress via large sliding
cabin doors. Excellent payload and performance ensure unmatched
productivity for offshore operations.
Energy-absorbing landing gear, fuselage and seats as well as high main and tail rotor ground clearance provide added safety for the passengers and maintenance teams whilst on the ground. Over 120 customers from almost 50 countries have ordered more than 480 helicopters to perform a wide range of roles including offshore transport, EMS/SAR, VIP/corporate transport, law enforcement, utility and government missions.
AgustaWestland
Malaysia Sdn Bhd, a wholly owned subsidiary of AgustaWestland, continues
to play a major role in the Malaysian helicopter market expanding its
presence and increasing its capabilities through a continued program of
investment.
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