The Japanese Coast Guard has ordered an additional Airbus Helicopters H225 rotorcraft.
The new order will see the coast guard's fleet of Super Puma family helicopters reach 13 by 2021, says Airbus Helicopters.
It now operates three AS332s and five H225s, with five H225s on firm order.
The coast guard uses the 11t H225 for security, coastal activities, and disaster relief missions.
Flight Fleets Analyzer shows that Japan's Coast Guard operates 45 helicopters and 25 fixed wing aircraft. Key types include the AgustaWestland AW139, Sikorsky S-76, and Beechcraft King Air 350.
Source: FlightGlobal.com
