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U.S.-Made Seahawk Preferred Over NH90

October 23 2009

Australia

The Australian military has decided to buy the U.S.-made MH-60R Seahawk for its naval combat helicopter program, reports the Australian.

The military leadership called the Seahawk the best choice for the navy's new anti-submarine warfare (ASW) helicopter, saying it represents a cheaper, risk-free solution compared to its competitor, the European NH90 naval frigate helicopter (NFH).

The NFH is the naval version of the MRH90, which is now entering service with the Australian...

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