(November 23rd 2016)“We are proud of the partnership with Leonardo-Finmeccanica and look forward to operating additional AW119Kx helicopters as we continue to grow,” stated Michael Griffiths, CEO of Life Flight Network who has signed an agreement with Leonardo-Finmeccanica for two AgustaWestland AW119Kx single-engine helicopters with rescue tasks in US. Thanks to this agreement the number of AW119Kx in this customer’s fleet it will be 21 by the end of the year. On the deal occasion, Leonardo and Life Flight Network celebrated the achievement of 20,000 hours of flight with the aircraft currently in service in just three years. Griffiths adds, “The AW119Kx is an excellent helicopter for the environment we operate in and provides clinicians with full body access to the most critical patients.” Life Flight Network was the launch customer for the glass-cockpit outfitted AW119Kx, a feature that has contributed to the strength and success of the aircraft in all market segments. Their AW119Kx helicopters are NVG-capable and feature a state-of-the-art medical interior. Customer’s fleet also includes one AW109 Power. Life Flight Network contributes to Leonardo Helicopters’ expanding presence in the North American EMS market, which now totals 115 across a fleet of AW119s, AW109s, and AW139s. (Red)
