Leonardo to Supply Two Single Engine Helicopters to Latvian State Border Guard

Leonardo has signed a contract for two AW119Kx single engine helicopters plus option for an additional unit for State Border Guard of Latvia

The contract also includes customised configuration and aircrew/maintenance technician training services. The aircraft will be delivered from the Company’s facility in Philadelphia in 2019 and will perform a wide range of missions including search and rescue (SAR), transport, firefighting and disaster relief; replacing two ageing AB206B Jet Rangers, the company said in a statement Tuesday.

The AW119Kx was chosen following a thorough assessment of competing types within the framework of the Ministry of the Interior’s helicopter fleet modernisation programme. The combination of AW109 Power and AW119Kx helicopters will help State Border Guard’s mission for round-the-clock day/night operations.

The AW119Kx is a single engine helicopter featuring avionics system for enhanced situational awareness, mission effectiveness and safety. The AW119Kx can accommodate up to six passengers.