Japan's National Police Agency takes delivery of its first Airbus H160 helicopters
Japan's NPA takes delivery of its first Airbus H160 helicopters, marking a milestone in the modernization of its air fleet.
The National Police Agency (NPA) of Japan has taken delivery of two Airbus H160 helicopters, making it the first para-public operator of the type in Japan. The first H160 was delivered at the end of last year, with the second delivery in January.
“We are very proud of the delivery of the first public service version of the H160 to our long-standing customer in Japan. This is the culmination of two years of outstanding work and dedication of the teams in France and Japan,” said Jean-Luc Alfonsi, Managing Director of Airbus Helicopters in Japan. “The unique capabilities of these brand-new aircraft will contribute to expanding the envelope of the NPA’s wide-ranging law enforcement missions.”
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The H160 is one of the most technologically advanced helicopters in the world, designed and built to offer the highest standards of operational safety, while providing unparalleled comfort in its class. This versatile helicopter is capable of performing a wide range of missions, including law enforcement operations, maritime transport and search and rescue, private and business aviation, and emergency medical services. The H160 has already been inducted into service in countries such as Brazil, Canada, France, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, the United States and several others in Europe.
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