Robinson Helicopters is set to deliver the first R66 turbine special police helicopter after the FAA issued the type certificate in September.
The R66 Police model is specially configured for law enforcement with surveillance systems such as forward-looking infrared (FLIR) thermal imaging and a Spectrolab 30 million candlepower searchlight.
With a price tag of only $US1.1 million, Robinson believes the new helicopter will be attractive to both large and small police agencies right around the world.
Fontana Police Department in Southern California will take delivery of the first R66 Police model this month.
Robinson is also planning ENG (electronic news gathering) and float versions of the R66.