16-09-14 21:21 pm – Source: Reuters
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Archive Image: A Chinook transport helicopter of the Dutch Air Force flies over Gilze Rijen. © anp
Again provide helicopters for headaches in Defence. This time it is the Chinook transport helicopters. The replacement and modernization of machinery is more expensive than expected, Minister Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert today let the House know
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It is about the replacement of 11 and modernization of six Chinooks. The American company Boeing has sent an offer that is higher than expected. Hennis looking for solutions and alternatives. They will be available early next year with the results.
Solutions
Earlier this year showed that there were significant problems with the NH90. This maritime combat helicopters camps including with corrosion and wear. Therefore, the Ministry takes the last seven copies moment not finished. With the manufacturer they are looking for solutions and consults them about compensation.
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