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Omnibus Bill Includes UH-72A Lakota Helicopter Procurement

Defense Daily Staff

Friday, January 17th, 2014

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Omnibus Bill Includes UH-72A Lakota Helicopter Procurement

UH-72A Lakota Photo: U.S. Army

When the president signs the omnibus spending package, included will be procurement of 20 UH-72A Lakota helicopters, a move welcomed by helicopter producer Airbus Group Inc. “This continuation of the government contract orders for the Lakota demonstrates the value of affordable, cost-effective programs in a constrained budget environment,” said Chairman and CEO of Airbus Group Inc Sean O’Keefe. “That support means a lot to the American workers who have delivered every single Lakota on time and on budget over the…

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