LA Sheriffs to Replace Aging Sea Kings

[Gerard]

http://www.shephard.co.uk/news/rotorhub/alea-2011-los-angeles-county-sheriff-looks-to-sea-king-replacement/9584/

I like the part where it says they "examined" the Russian Mi-17 as a candidate. Now that
would have been wild seeing a, American LEO flying a Russian copter.

[cancidas]

Now that would have been wild seeing a, American LEO flying a Russian copter.

i'd love that! not much of support network here but i'd love seeing it! i love that they're going for second-hand birds instead of new ones. it'll keep maintainers busy but still be able to keep birds flying without too much problem.

[jerslice]

I too would love to see a Mi-17 operating in the US

[DHG750R]

I too would love to see a Mi-17 operating in the US

I had seen this on the news once, there are Mi-17's flying down in Ft Rucker
http://blog.al.com/breaking/2011/07/post_680.html