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Navy In The Market For Replacements Of Chetak Helicopters

August 18 2010

India

The Indian navy has begun the search for 50 twin-engined light utility helicopters to replace the Chetak, Defense News reports.

New Delhi sent a request for information to Eurocopter of Europe, AgustaWestland of Italy, Bell Helicopters of United States and Kamov of Russia.

Formal requests for proposals will be sent in three months, said Indian Defense Ministry officials.

The helicopters would be used for search-and-rescue missions, casualty evacuation, observation and...

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