Saudi Aramco takes delivery of three AW139 Helicopters
3 June 2010 – AgustaWestland,
a Finmeccanica company, is pleased to announce that Saudi Aramco
has taken delivery of three more AW139 medium twin helicopters
during an official ceremony held at AgustaWestland’s Vergiate plant
in Italy. These aircraft will be used to support oil and gas
operations in Saudi Arabia.
The AW139 has achieved great success in
many countries in the Middle East for a wide range of applications.
It is now also in service with many of the global helicopter
operators thanks to its outstanding features in terms of
performance in the most demanding conditions, operational
effectiveness, mission capability, safety and ease of
maintenance.
The AW139 has quickly become the helicopter
of choice in the world medium twin market. The AW139 meets the most
stringent civil and government certification standards, including
the FAA and JAA FAR/JAR Part 29 requirements. An ergonomic cockpit,
excellent handling characteristics and low vibration levels
significantly reduce pilot fatigue and enhance comfort. Two
powerful Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6C-67C engines with FADEC
deliver a high power-to-weight ratio maximizing safety in demanding
operational conditions. With its power reserve, the AW139 delivers
Category A (Class 1) performance from a helipad (elevated or at
ground level) at maximum take-off weight with a superior one engine
inoperative capability compared to other helicopters in its
class.
The standard AW139 cabin configuration
provides seating for twelve or fifteen passengers in a large and
bright 8.0 m3 cabin with excellent ease of access and
egress via large sliding cabin doors. Excellent payload and
performance ensure unmatched productivity for offshore operations.
Energy-absorbing landing gear, fuselage and seats as well as high
main and tail rotor ground clearance provide added safety for the
passengers and ground staff whilst on the ground.
Over 130 customers from almost 50 countries
have ordered over 460 helicopters to perform a wide range of roles
also including offshore transport, EMS/SAR, VIP/corporate
transport, law enforcement, utility and government missions.
For further information please
contact:
Geoff
Russell Roberto
Caprarella
T: +44 (0) 1252
386429 T:
+39 0331 225101
F: +44 (0) 1252
386457 F:
+39 0331 229984
E: geoff.russell@agustawestland.com E:
roberto.caprarella@agustawestland.com
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