Airbus secures Ghana defence helicopter deal

Airbus Helicopters has received a contract from the Ghanaian Ministry of Defence for a combined fleet consisting of two H175M helicopters, one ACH175, and one ACH160.

Based on Avitrader, below the settlement, the H175M helicopters can be used for multi-mission operations, together with transport, search and rescue, emergency medical providers, and catastrophe aid. The ACH175 and ACH160, in the meantime, can be devoted to move roles.

Airbus Helicopters mentioned the deal alerts its return to the Ghanaian market, with a renewed give attention to long-term buyer assist and partnership within the nation.

The corporate added that the selection of the H175M highlights the plane’s adaptability throughout defence and safety missions, whereas the acquisition of the ACH160 and ACH175 positions Ghana as one of many main clients in West Africa for Airbus’s high-end company helicopter portfolio.

The H175, which entered service in 2014, belongs to Airbus’s super-medium helicopter class. It presents long-range functionality and excessive payload capability, mixed with clean dealing with traits, making it appropriate for a variety of onshore and offshore missions.

These embrace catastrophe aid, search and rescue, public service, and army operations, in addition to crew transport and personal and enterprise aviation.

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