Mon, May 12, 2003
USCG Goes With First Two CN-235 Patrol Planes
EADS North America says the US Coast Guard of its
decision to procure two CN-235 aircraft for the Maritime Patrol
Aircraft platform.
As stated by the Coast Guard, these aircraft will be the first of a
multi-year, multi-aircraft acquisition, under the Integrated
Deepwater System (IDS) program.
Supports Homeland Security
"We are extremely pleased by the Coast Guard selection of the
CN-235 to be their Maritime Patrol Aircraft. The medium range
capabilities of this aircraft will be very supportive of the many
missions required of the Coast Guard--from Homeland Security, to
environmental protection, fisheries enforcement, drug and migrant
interdiction, search and rescue," said Ralph Crosby, Chairman and
CEO of EADS North America. "This is a clear validation of the
capability, flexibility and value of the CN-235 as a surveillance
platform."
The CN-235 is produced by EADS-CASA in Spain with substantial US
content, including avionics, propulsion and subsystems. Engines are
produced by General Electric in Lynn (MA).
"The selection of the CN-235 as part of the ICGS
offering is a clear example of the benefits of transatlantic
cooperation. It is also another example of how EADS brings its
global capabilities together to provide valued products to US
governmental customers," Crosby said. "The CN-235 best meets the
operational needs of the Coast Guard and is a cost-effective choice
for the American taxpayer."
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