Meanings
comparative more parapublic · superlative most parapublic
- Having ties to both public and private sectors; partially funded or managed by the government.
The H135 has gained popularity in China in recent years, performing various parapublic, corporate and tourism missions.
2016 June 13, Mark Huber, “China Signs $790M Deal for 100 Airbus H135 Helicopters”, in Aviation International News2 more examples
Speaking on the parapublic market, Rochereau said there was increasing demand in the law enforcement, maritime security and helicopter emergency medical service (HEMS) segments with Airbus' light-twin H135 helicopter as the top choice.
2022 March 28, Bilqis Bahari, “Big growth potential in Malaysia's military, parapublic helicopters market, says Airbus”, in New Straits TimesAircraft and helicopter manufacturer Airbus highlights its growth potential in the Philippines' military and parapublic helicopter sectors.
2022 April 28, Ed Paolo Salting, “Airbus sees prospects in heli market”, in The Manila Times
Origin
From para- (“near to, alongside”) + public.
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