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Bell Helicopter Signs MoU With Romanian Defense Company IAR- Ghimbav Brasov Group For Helicopter Collaboration

Wednesday, November 23rd, 2016

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Bell Helicopter [TXT] signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Romanian defense company IAR - Ghimbav Brasov Group to discuss a possible collaboration on the AH-1Z Viper attack helicopter, Bell Helicopter said Nov. 14.IAR - Ghimbav Brasov specializes in aeronautical structures and electrical work with an emphasis on maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities for helicopters. It has been in operation for over 80 years and is positioned to provide support if Romania purchases the AH-1Z Viper attack helicopter, Bell…

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