Nigerian Navy Boosts Air Power with Three New Helicopters
The Nigerian Navy has taken delivery of three Agusta Westland AW109 Trekker Helicopters.
The delivery is to upgrade to its air capabilities in the maritime domain.
In a statement posted on its official Facebook page said, the handover ceremony, held at Caverton Helicopters Limited in Ikeja, Lagos, was attended by top naval and defence officials.
Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, Chief of Naval Staff, while taking the delivery thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
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“We remain steadfast in our support for the Nigerian Navy and other security agencies, empowering them to fulfill their mandate of protecting our citizens and defending our territorial integrity.”
The statement said: “These state-of-the-art helicopters boast VIP configurations, advanced noise reduction, and extended endurance of up to 3 hours and 40 minutes. They’re perfect for long-range transport flights and can be retrofitted for specialized missions.”
He also praised the Ministers of Defence and State for facilitating the acquisition.
He said this enhancement will bolster the Navy’s operations, including air reconnaissance, search and rescue, and medical evacuations.
By PRNigeria
