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Spain Leads In Military Use Of Airbus EC135

Defense Daily Staff

Wednesday, January 22nd, 2014

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The Spanish Ministry of Defense this week acquired two more Airbus Helicopters EC135, making its fleet of 16 the world’s largest for military use of the aircraft, Airbus said. The helicopters were delivered to the Spanish Army Air Mobile Force (FAMET) as part of a deal for eight EC135s signed in December. The six remaining helicopters will be delivered throughout 2014. The contract with Airbus Helicopters--formerly Eurocopter--also includes logistical support to maintain the aircraft. Airbus said the additional EC135s will…

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