Press Release by Dyfed-Powys Police
It is confirmed that the Authority have approved the purchase of an Agusta 109E from Sloane Helicopters Ltd. In reaching a decision the Force and Authority considered other alternative helicopters. A detailed evaluation process has been undertaken by officers of the Force which concluded that the Agusta 109E was best placed to meet the operating mission profile of the Force and was also the most competitively priced solution.
This aircraft is a replacement for the previously owned Agusta 109E. In light of the requirement for the aircraft to be fitted with police specific role equipment and the suppliers’ own lead-time, delivery is anticipated in October. In the meantime the Force will continue to maintain air support coverage through the use of a hired aircraft.