Uganda, March 31 -- A Shs30b "luxury" aircraft that has been sitting idle for five years since its procurement is due to be sold at half its original price, police spokesperson Fred Enanga has revealed.

Police failed to utilise the aircraft because it is not designed for non-tarmacked runways. The Force also could not finance the expensive mandatory inspections and insurance.

The Internal Affairs ministry okayed the disposal that will pave the way for the procurement of a new usable helicopters. A composite Board of Survey conducted in 2022 valued the aircraft at Shs16b, citing depreciation, high cost of maintenance, technical condition, and current market running prices.

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