Boeing has received a $1.15-billion contract for 15 new CH-47F Chinook heavy lift helicopters from the Canadian government. As part of the agreement, Boeing will partner with Canadian companies and issue contracts in the country, with investments estimated at more than $500 million. Areas of support could include aircraft maintenance, training, engineering and supply chain management. Boeing will manufacture the Chinooks at its Rotorcraft Systems facility in Ridley Township, Pa. They will feature two 4,700-hp Honeywell engines and be capable of transporting 21,000 lbs (9,525 kg) of cargo. Deliveries are scheduled to take place during 2013–2014.
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