The Government of Pakistan ordered an undisclosed number of additional AgustaWestland AW139 intermediate twin engine helicopters, producing company Leonardo said March 28.
The new helicopters will be used to perform utility, search and rescue (SAR), and emergency medical service (EMS) operations across Pakistan. Deliveries are set to begin in early 2018.
“This event is a major achievement for Leonardo expanding the already successful presence of the AW139 model in the country. A fast growing fleet of AW139s is already in service in Pakistan, with several units operated by the Pakistan Government for relief and transport duties,” the company said in a statement.