China’s armed police looks to buy new Z-11WB light attack helicopters

The Chinese People’s Armed Police Force is to acquire the new Z-11WB light attack helicopters.

The Z-11WB  light utility helicopter developed by Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC).

The Z-11WB  designed for the ground support, attack, battlefield reconnaissance, command, counter-terrorism, counter-narcotics, counter-smuggling, and other tasks.

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The Z-11WB helicopter based on AC311 and have French Turbomeca Arriel 2B1A turboshaft (based on a 2011 agreement between the French engine maker and AVIC).

The Chinese People’s Armed Police Force is a Chinese law enforcement force primarily responsible for civilian policing and fire rescue duties in the People’s Republic of China, as well as providing support to the PLA Ground Force during wartime.

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