Monday, October 6, 2008

IRAN: Tehran buys Russian helicopters

One of Russia's largest helicopter producers announced on Friday that is finalising a deal with Iran for the purchase of several helicopters. According to Russia's state news agency, RIA Novosti, the helicopter - the Kamov Ka-226T (Photo) - would be used for civil rather than military purposes. However, the helicopter, which Iran is reportedly considering, has an interchangeable 'mission pod' that can turn it into a passenger, freight, search and rescue as well as patrol aircraft...(AKI).

Full Article: http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=3.0.2537552910

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