The UK's Sloane Helicopters has sold the first police-configured Agusta A109E to the Wales Dyfed/Powys Police air support unit. The twin-engined helicopter, which will replace the force's ageing Eurocopter AS355N, will be deployed for air ambulance and police support operations. Sywell, Northamptonshire-based Sloane is scheduled to deliver the £2.5 million ($4 million) Power late next year.
Source: Flight International
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