Which version of the Super Puma is the EC725 made by Helibras based on? (Do the Brazilians make all parts, or are some still provided by vendors in France? )
Helibras began assembly of Cougars French-made parts in 2002. In late 2013, there's a note that the first "Brazilian-made
EC725" made its first flight. As a lot of OEM's use outsourcing for a variety of systems, what parts are still coming from France/AH? (key part of course being gear box). (While I only ask about Brazil, there are a number of other military customers who might be getting very concerned ...)