By Ann Roosevelt Boeing [BA]'s AH-6i light attack/reconnaissance helicopter successfully completed its first flight Sept. 16, after international interest in such an aircraft spurred development, company officials said. For the next couple of weeks, the aircraft will continue to fly in preparation for the Dubai Airshow Nov. 15-19. The AH-6i features flexible mission configuration, an integrated digital cockpit, the highest payload in its class, an integrated and qualified weapons system, and a communications package that enables connectivity with other aircraft…
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