1st FIPS-Equipped AW139 EMS Delivered to Ornge

摘要

AgustaWestland, announced that Ornge of Ontario, Canada, has taken delivery of the first of ten AW139 medium twin helicopters. The helicopters are being produced at AgustaWestland's Philadelphia, Pennsylvania production facility. The contract includes an option for two additional aircraft. The helicopter is equipped with an advanced full aero-medical interior and is the first EMS-configured AW139 in North America featuring the Full Ice Protection System (FIPS) for flights in known icing conditions with real all-weather capability. The delivery of this aircraft follows the recently achieved TCAA Certifications for the FIPS system with EASA and FAA Certification already achieved.