Canada issues RFP for Coastguard Bo105 replacement
Source: Canadian Government, 08-Apr-13
The Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, today announced that Public Works and Government Services Canada, on behalf of the Canadian Coast Guard, issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the procurement of light helicopters, under the Coast Guard helicopter fleet renewal procurement. “Our Government [...]
Canadian Coast Guard helicopter fleet to be modernized
Source: Canadian Government, 23-Aug-12
The Honourable Keith Ashfield, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, and the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services, today announced that the Government of Canada is setting the stage for the purchase of new helicopters for the Canadian Coast Guard. A Letter of Interest to invite aerospace representatives to an Industry Day has been [...]
Thales to supply Canadian Coast Guard’s Flight Following System
Source: Thales Canada, 11-Feb-12
Thales Canada announced today that it has been awarded a contract by the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) for a Flight Following System (FFS) to provide improved helicopter tracking. The project includes installing Flight Following Equipment in 22 helicopters, plus 17 helicopter-capable ships. “This FFS project further reinforces our position as a premier electronic systems integrator [...]
Coast Guard S-61 being retired from duty in Prince Rupert
Source: Northern View, 03-Dec-10
When the Sikorsky S-61 is retired, one of the Bell 212 helicopters will be moved to Prince Rupert to maintain service
