OSHP orders AHI-Columbus helo

The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) has ordered the first H125 AStar produced on the new final assembly line of Airbus Helicopters Inc.’ production facility in Columbus, Miss. The AStar is America's most popular single-engine turbine helicopter that is now built in the United States by American workers. AHI will recognize the OSHP an Airborne Law Enforcement Association ALEA Expo 2015 ceremony in Houston on July 17. OSHP operates two AS350B2 AStars to conduct a wide variety of law enforcement missions; and have been operating AStars for more than 20 years. The helicopter was the first H125 produced from the Columbus assembly line and certified by the Federal Aviation Administration. (Source: Street Insider 07/14/15) Central Mississippi Note: AHI installed the Columbus final assembly line to allow shorter delivery times, increased aircraft customization and the ability for customers to see their aircraft being manufactured, and to offer enhanced customer support. AHI-Columbus also produces UH-72A Lakota helicopters for the Army; and has delivered more than 340 to date.