Heli-Expo: AgustaWestland Taking Orders for AW169

After "testing the market" with a mockup unveiling at Farnborough 2010, and getting an encouraging response, AgustaWestland is announcing the full commercial launch of its AW169 "light intermediate" twin here at Heli-Expo in Orlando. The company began signing purchase agreements in January, and the 4.5-tonne helicopter is scheduled to fly in 2012, leading to certification at...