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Lebanon Seeks $180 Million FMS For Huey II Rotary Craft, Support

Tuesday, September 30th, 2014

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The State Department has approved a possible $180 million Foreign Military Sale to Lebanon for Huey II rotary wing aircraft and associated equipment, parts, training and logistical support for an estimated cost of $180 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on Sept. 17. The prime contractor is Bell Helicopter Textron [TXT]. Lebanon wants a possible sale of 18 Huey II rotary wing aircraft, spare and repair parts, maintenance, support…

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