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BAE Systems Hidas to protect Kuwait's Apache helicopters

London, Uk - Including a comprehensive training and support package

Kuwait has agreed to buy BAE Systems Hidasfor its Longbow Apache attack helicopters through a US Government FMS (Foreign Military Sales) contract. The aircraft, to be provided by the Boeing Company will be equipped with Hidas (Helicopter Integrated Defensive Aids System) to meet the requirement for an advanced, programmable electronic self-protection system. BAE SYSTEMS, with the full co-operation...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 33870
Rome, Italy, 09/26/2002 11:16
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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