Rotorcraft
Egypt, France In Discussions Over NH90 Helicopter Buy
Tactical transport and naval helicopters would be used on newly ordered Mistral-class landing ships, along with Kamov KA-52 attack helicopters.
Egypt may order the NH90 NFH naval variant, shown, or the TTH tactical transport, according to sources. (Photo: NHIndustries)
Egypt may order the NH90 NFH naval variant, shown, or the TTH tactical transport, according to sources. (Photo: NHIndustries)

Negotiations were at an advanced stage as of October 1 between France, helicopter consortium NHIndustries and Egypt for the sale of a significant number of NH90 medium helicopters. The order would be a follow-on to recent sales of French armament to the Arab country, especially corvettes, frigates and landing ships—all compatible with the NH90.


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