UH-1N Twin Huey replacement: Boeing to supply MH-139A Gray Wolf helicopters to the US Air Force

Boeing has won a bid to supply MH-139A Gray Wolf helicopters to the US Army.

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The information was shared by the Shephard edition. The contract is designed for $178 million. It will include the supply of the Air Force seven MH-139A Gray Wolf helicopters, although the U.S. Army plans to purchase a total of 26 aircraft. The new helicopters will replace a fleet of older UH-1N Twin Huey helicopters that have been in service for more than 50 years.

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The MH-139A Gray Wolf is a modified version of the Airbus H145 helicopter. The Gray Wolf is designed to perform a wide range of missions, including personnel transport, medical evacuation, and nuclear facility security. It features state-of-the-art electronics and weaponry, as well as high manoeuvrability and reliability. This helicopter will play an important role in securing and supporting U.S. Air Force operations for years to come.

Source: Shephard