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Leonardo, Polish Firm Collaborate In Development of New Combat AW249

Amy Kluber

Friday, July 13th, 2018

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Leonardo and Polish Armaments Group (PGZ) have agreed to collaborate on development of a new combat helicopter, the AW249. The 249 would meet the Polish Army's requirement for a new combat helicopter under the nation's "Kruk" procurement program.The twin-engine AW249 would be used for air support and armed escort operations. It would have a maximum takeoff weight of seven to eight tons and useful load of 1,800 kg. Its onboard communication and battlefield management systems will be capable of operating unmanned aircraft systems.Its…

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