EADS HC-144 Ocean Sentry

CASA - EADS HC-144 Ocean Sentry
Role Search-and-rescue aircraft
National origin Spain
Manufacturer Airbus Military (prime contractor EADS North America)

CASA

Introduction 2009
Status In active service
Primary user United States Coast Guard
Number built 18
Developed from CASA/IPTN CN-235

The EADS HC-144 Ocean Sentry is a medium-range, twin-engined turboprop aircraft used by the United States Coast Guard in the search-and-rescue and maritime patrol missions. Based on the CASA CN-235, it was procured as a "Medium Range Surveillance Aircraft." The HC-144 is supplied by Airbus Group, Inc, formerly EADS North America, and is built in Spain by CASA.

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