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Coast Guard Orders 3 More Ocean Sentry Aircraft

August 25 2010

USA

The U.S. Coast Guard has placed an order with EADS North America for three more maritime patrol aircraft, reports the defense firm.

The $117 million contract covers three HC-144A Ocean Sentry aircraft, with options for another six units over the next four years.

The Ocean Sentry aircraft, which reached initial operational capability last year, has taken part in operations in Haiti and in response to the recent oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.

Deliveries are scheduled to...

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