Rotorcraft
Miami-Dade Orders Four Leonardo AW139 Helicopters
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue orders four AW139s; delivery will begin in later next year .

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR) signed a contract for four Leonardo AW139 intermediate twin-engine helicopters to be used for fire suppression, emergency medical services (EMS), and search and rescue (SAR). The helicopters will be equipped with a cargo hook, rescue hoist, and Bambi bucket, and will be covered by a comprehensive five-year support, maintenance, and training package with the possibility of a further extension to a total of 15 years.