Bell Hopeful of Philippines Deal as APAC Region Seeks More Attack Helicopters

Despite selecting the T129, the Philippines could turn to Bell for attack helicopters, while the AH-1 is in the running for other Asia-Pacific requirements

This AH-1Z is based alongside UH-1Ys with HMLA-169 at MCAS Futenma in Okinawa. (photo: Chen Chuanren)

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By Chen Chuanren • Asia Correspondent

September 23, 2019

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