Linfox Orders Three AW169 Helicopters in Full VIP Configuration

Linfox has signed a contract for three AgustaWestland AW169 helicopters in full VIP configuration.

The aircraft will be used to perform corporate transport missions in the Melbourne area of Australia. The order marks the entrance of the AW169 into the Australian corporate/VIP transport market.

Emilio Dalmasso, Senior Vice President Commercial Business Unit, AgustaWestland, said “We are very pleased that Linfox has chosen the new generation AW169 to meet its future VIP transport requirements as it moves up to a 4.5 tonne category helicopter. Linfox was the first Australian customer for the AW119 Koala in 2000 and followed that by buying Grand and GrandNew light twins, so we are delighted we are able to continue to meet the requirements of this loyal customer.”

A versatile, new generation twin engine light intermediate category helicopter, the 4.5 tonne AW169 incorporates several new technology features to provide the highest levels of safety and operational benefits for its customers. New generation technologies are incorporated in the rotor system, engines, avionics, transmission and electric power generation and distribution systems.

The first AW169 performed its maiden flight on 10 May 2012, and civil certification is expected in 2014.

Linfox provides logistics services across the Asia Pacific region. Its business operates more than 3.2 million square metres of warehousing and nearly 5,000 vehicles across 10 countries.

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