So a good step up accross the board when compared to the Huey, but that's about it really. Is this investing in defense? Looks to me the Huey availability got to very low levels and this was available at a good price addressing some of the Huey's shortcomings. But that's it, alright, may be all that can be afforded. My biggest concern with this is perhaps when it comes to support. Swidnik going to support this small fleet on the other side of the world?
Interesting though how the W-3 seem to be first choice when a tactical modern transport heli is needed (relatively) fast (other case: new Iraq).
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