11-Sep-2013Source: Bristow Group
Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: BRS), a leading provider of helicopter services to the offshore energy industry, announced today that it has secured several new multi-year oil and gas contracts for the provision of a total of 12 large and three medium helicopters that are expected to generate up to $850 million in revenue. Six of the 12 large... Read more
11-Sep-2013Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft today announced that Yunnan Jingchen Group has signed a contract to purchase an S-92® helicopter for use in transporting corporate and government VIPs. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). Yunnan Jingchen Group recently received Chinese government approval to establish a general aviation company named the Ruili Helicopter Group. The new... Read more
10-Sep-2013Source: Erickson Air-Crane
Erickson Air-Crane Incorporated (NASDAQ:EAC)(“Erickson” or “the Company”), a leading global provider of aviation services to a diverse mix of commercial and government customers, and the vertically-integrated manufacturer and operator of the powerful heavy-lift Erickson S-64 Aircrane helicopter, announced today that Eric K. Struik has agreed to join the Company’s leadership team as its new Chief... Read more
9-Sep-2013Source: Bristow
On Friday, August 23, 2013 Bristow SAR operations in Sumburgh was tasked by ARCC to conduct the rescue operations for the tragic helicopter accident that occurred offshore approximately two miles west of Sumburgh. Within minutes a Bristow SAR team was airborne, took operational command, coordinating with a Bond SAR helicopter, an RAF helicopter and RNLI.... Read more
9-Sep-2013Source: CPI Aero
CPI Aerostructures, Inc. (CPI Aero(R)) (NYSE MKT:CVU) announced that it has been selected by Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. (Spirit) (NYSE: SPR) to manufacture structural assemblies for four CH-53K heavy lift helicopter System Demonstration Test Articles (SDTA). Spirit will produce the four additional SDTA cockpit and cabin components of the CH-53K for its prime contractor Sikorsky Aircraft... Read more
8-Sep-2013Source: Sikorsky
China Helicopter Exposition — Sikorsky Aircraft and China’s CITIC Offshore Helicopter Company (COHC) today marked the purchase of two S-92® helicopters with a ceremonial signing at the China Helicopter Exposition. Sikorsky Aircraft is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). Established in 1983, COHC is a publicly traded company based in Shenzhen, Guandong, China, where it is the largest provider of offshore... Read more
8-Sep-2013Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft and Changhe Aircraft Industries Corp. today signed an agreement for Changhe to produce S-76D™ commercial helicopter cabins for Sikorsky, a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). The agreement was signed during the China Helicopter Exposition, with Chairman Yu Feng, Changhe Aircraft Industry Group Co., Ltd., and Senior Vice President, Operations, Shane Eddy representing Sikorsky Aircraft. The... Read more
8-Sep-2013Source: Sikorsky
China Helicopter Exposition — Sikorsky Aircraft and Zhuhai Helicopter Company today marked their nearly three-decades-long relationship and the purchase of four S-92® helicopters with a ceremonial signing at the China Helicopter Exposition. Sikorsky Aircraft is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). Zhuhai, a fully-owned subsidiary of China Southern Airlines Ltd., is a leading provider of offshore helicopter... Read more
5-Sep-2013Source: US Army
A UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter from U.S. Army Aviation Battalion-Japan based at Camp Zama, Japan, took part in Shizuoka Prefecture’s national disaster training day Sept. 1. The helicopter worked in concert with prefectural and local governments, military, and civilian agencies in response to a natural disaster. This portion meant transporting a patient from triage to... Read more
3-Sep-2013Source: Vector Aerospace
Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services Inc., a global independent provider of aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), has recently been re-certified as a Sikorsky authorized S-76® and S-61™ Overhaul and Repair Center and as a Sikorsky authorized Customer Support Center for the Sikorsky S-76® helicopter. With the re-certification, Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services Inc. will continue to... Read more
3-Sep-2013Source: HeliHub.com
Yesterday, Bristow Helicopters took delivery at Aberdeen of the 200th Sikorsky S92 after it had been ferried from Prestwick Airport following airfreight from the US. Test flown as N200BV and now registered in the UK as G-GALC, the aircraft will join the North Sea fleet in the coming days. It also carries large “200th S92”... Read more
3-Sep-2013Source: Erickson Air-Crane
Erickson Air-Crane Incorporated EAC -0.71% , a leading global provider of aviation services to a diverse mix of commercial and government customers, and the vertically-integrated manufacturer and operator of the powerful heavy-lift Erickson S-64 Aircrane helicopter, announced today that it has signed a contract with Los Angeles County. The contract, which has an annual value of approximately $2.7... Read more
1-Sep-2013Source: US DoD
Maritime Helicopter Support Co., Trevose, Pa., is being awarded a $170,449,998 modification against a previously awarded firm-fixed-price contract (N00019-13-C-4000) for the Through Life Support Phase II for the Royal Australian Navy MH-60 Romeo aircraft under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program. This effort includes squadron administrative management of aircraft and support equipment inventory; data and... Read more
1-Sep-2013Source: US DoD
Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, Stafford, Conn., was awarded a $25,582,725 firm-fixed-price, option-eligible, multi-year contract modification (P0004) of contract (W58RGZ-12-D-0212) for the overhaul of 250 each UH-60 Blackhawk main rotor blades. Performance location and funding will be determined with each order. This contract was a non-competitive acquisition with one bid solicited and one bid received. The U.S.... Read more
1-Sep-2013Source: US DoD
Physical Optics Corp.*, Torrance, Calif., is being awarded $14,452,568 cost-plus-fixed-fee delivery order #0003 against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N68335-12-G-0045) for the upgrade of 49 aircraft data transfer systems to advanced data transfer systems for the MH-60 and V-22 aircraft. This effort provides for the development of hardware and software solutions for an advanced... Read more
28-Aug-2013Source: US DoD
Prototype Engineering, Inc.*, Gardena, Calif., was awarded a firm-fixed-price, no option, non-multi-year contract with a cumulative maximum value of $10,059,040 for the maintenance and overhaul of Cylinder Assembly Actuators for the UH-60 A/L helicopter. Minimum quantity maintained is 540 each and maximum is 3,240 each. Performance location and funding will be determined with each order.... Read more
28-Aug-2013Source: Erickson Air-Crane
Erickson Air-Crane Incorporated (NASDAQ:EAC)(“Erickson” or “the Company”), a leading global provider of aviation services to a diverse mix of commercial and government customers, and the vertically-integrated manufacturer and operator of the powerful heavy-lift Erickson S-64 Aircrane helicopter, announced today that it had received a firm-fixed price contract to provide ship-based and shore-based vertical replenishment and... Read more
25-Aug-2013Source: Erickson Air-Crane
Erickson Air-Crane Incorporated (NASDAQ: EAC) (“Erickson” or “the Company”), a leading global provider of aviation services to a diverse mix of commercial and government customers, and the vertically-integrated manufacturer and operator of the powerful heavy-lift Erickson S-64 Aircrane helicopter, announced today that it has appointed Dr. Michael D. New as the Company’s Vice President of... Read more
20-Aug-2013Source: UTC Aerospace
UTC Aerospace Systems is working with Sikorsky Aircraft to drive advancements in rotorcraft technology as part of Sikorsky’s self-funded Matrix Technology autonomy research and development program. With Matrix Technology, Sikorsky aims to significantly improve the capability, safety and reliability of vertical take-off and landing aircraft. UTC Aerospace Systems and Sikorsky are units of United Technologies... Read more
20-Aug-2013Source: Irish Independent
The Shannon-based search and rescue Helicopter R115 flew its first missions with a female pilot and co-pilot, Capt Dara Fitzpatrick and Capt Carmel Kirby. see full story... Read more
19-Aug-2013Source: Erickson Air-Crane
Erickson Air-Crane Incorporated EAC +0.13% , a leading global provider of aviation services to a diverse mix of commercial and government customers, and the vertically-integrated manufacturer and operator of the powerful heavy-lift Erickson S-64 Aircrane helicopter, announced today that it has received a contract from Helicopter Transport Services (“HTS”) to perform modifications and upgrades on seven CH54B tail... Read more
19-Aug-2013Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft, a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), has unveiled a major research program — designated MATRIX™ Technology — to develop, test and field systems and software that will improve significantly the capability, reliability and safety of flight for autonomous, optionally piloted, and piloted vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft. In collaboration with... Read more
19-Aug-2013Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aerospace Services (SAS) today announced its first-ever direct commercial repair agreement with the Brazilian Air Force in support of their UH-60 BLACK HAWK fleet. Through OEM access, the multi-year contract will streamline support services and will help enhance operational readiness for the H-60 helicopter fleet. The agreement includes shipment of aircraft components to Sikorsky-approved... Read more
9-Aug-2013Source: Defense News
The company plans to formally introduce the technology at the AUVSI conference Aug. 12 in Washington, D.C. – see full story HeliHub.com editor note – The S76B in photo in the Defense News article is registered N760PV. Seven Six Zero Papa Victor. Sikorsky hopes we all read this as Seven Six Oscar Papa Victor, but... Read more
7-Aug-2013
Engine fire. YouTube video shows parked S76, rotors stationary, with smoke billowing from the engine compartment. Two crew departed the aircraft without injury – no passengers appeared to be on board... Read more
6-Aug-2013Source: Meggitt
Meggitt PLC (“Meggitt” or “the Group”), a leading international company specialising in high performance components and sub-systems for the aerospace, defence and energy markets, has won a long-term contract award for the Sikorsky S-92® helicopter sponson fuel system. The contract starts immediately and will run until 2030, with deliveries starting in 2015. The proven and... Read more
5-Aug-2013Source: Fleet Air Arm Museum
The Fleet Air Arm Museum is proud to launch a summer exhibition from July 31 to September 5 as part of the celebration of the 60th Anniversary of Royal Navy Helicopter Search and Rescue. In 1953, the Royal Navy took delivery of its first Westland Dragonfly aircraft to form dedicated search and rescue squadrons and... Read more
5-Aug-2013Source: ITT Exelis
ITT Exelis (NYSE: XLS) has been awarded a contract valued at more than $15 million fromSikorsky, a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp., for the production of composite tail rotor blade components on the S-76D™helicopter. The work will be performed at the new Exelis composite design and manufacturing center in Salt Lake City, Utah. Under this contract, Exelis... Read more
5-Aug-2013
HH-60 from MCAS Kadena crashed and caught fire near MCAS Hansen. 3 serious injuries and 1 fatal – named as Tech. Sgt. Mark A Smith... Read more
1-Aug-2013Source: Reuters
Is the US military writing RFPs around the aircraft they want to win? Or is the S92 genuinely the only helicopter type which could meet the spec? You decide after reading this article ... Read more
1-Aug-2013Source: AHSAFA
Rogers Helicopters is expanding its emergency medical service (EMS) capacity with the acquisition of its first Sikorsky S-76B medium helicopter. With delivery scheduled by October 1, the S-76B will join Rogers Helicopters’ dedicated EMS fleet composed of two Bell Helicopter Textron 407s, a Bell LongRanger III, plus a Beechcraft King Air A100 fixed wing turboprop, used for... Read more
1-Aug-2013Source: Kratos
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.(Nasdaq:KTOS), a leading National Security Solutions provider, announced today it has received a new multi-million dollar contract award to develop UH-60 Black Hawk MEDEVAC air crew training systems. Kratos will provide multiple simulated full-fidelity Medical Support Equipment Suite (MSES) trainers to teach Flight Medic students how to operate all on-board systems. The... Read more
1-Aug-2013Source: US DoD
PKL Services Inc., Poway, Calif., is being awarded a $16,300,156 modification to a previously awarded firm-fixed-price contract (N00421-09-C-0023) to exercise an option for reset organizational level maintenance services in support of Marine Corps AH-1W, UH-1N, CH-53D/E, and CH-46E platforms. Work will be performed in Camp Pendleton, Calif. (30 percent); Jacksonville, Fla. (25 percent); Iraq/Afghanistan (22... Read more
1-Aug-2013Source: US DoD
Lockheed Martin Mission Systems and Training, Owego, N.Y., is being awarded a $39,427,558 cost-plus-fixed-fee, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract to provide flight test, technical, management, and process support services necessary to update and maintain operational software, vendor software, maintenance-related software, and laboratory support software in support of the MH-60R/S and SH-60B aircraft. Work will be performed in Owego,... Read more
31-Jul-2013Source: Milestone Aviation
Milestone Aviation Group, the global leader in helicopter leasing, announced today that it has closed a new US$300 million credit facility. The company will use the proceeds to acquire and lease helicopters valued at US$400 million to affiliates of Bristow Group Inc. The assets include Sikorsky S-92’s, Eurocopter EC225’s and AgustaWestland AW189 and AW139 aircraft.... Read more
31-Jul-2013Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX), has delivered the 400th MH-60 SEAHAWK® helicopter to the U.S. Navy. The milestone consists of 166 MH-60R anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare helicopters, and 234 MH-60S utility/armed helicopters. The Navy took possession of the 400th, an MH-60R aircraft, on June 24. “MH-60 multi-mission aircraft are among the most reliable... Read more
31-Jul-2013Source: Sikorsky
To introduce more opportunities for entrepreneurs to contribute to aerospace innovation, Sikorsky Innovations today announced it has launched its 4th Entrepreneurial Challenge, a competition to accelerate companies and individuals with applications in the vertical flight market. Sikorsky Innovations is the technology development organization of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). As part of the Start-Up Aviation... Read more
31-Jul-2013Source: CPI Aero
CPI Aerostructures, Inc. (CPI Aero(R)) (NYSE MKT: CVU) announced today that it has been selected by Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. (Sikorsky) to manufacture fuel panel assemblies for the H-60 BLACK HAWK helicopter. Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). This long-term agreement is valued at approximately $47 million for a period... Read more
31-Jul-2013
Landing gear failure offshore – emergency landing made soon after making landfall... Read more
24-Jul-2013Source: US DoD
Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Electronic Systems Sector, Land and Self Protection Systems Division, Rolling Meadows, Ill., is being awarded an $11,567,751 fixed-price indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract to produce, test, integrate, qualify and deliver an upgraded laser configuration for the Electro-Optical Third Generation Console for the F/A-18 E/F Advanced Targeting Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) and the SH-60 FLIR.... Read more
22-Jul-2013Source: US DoD
General Electric Co., Lynn, Mass., is being awarded a $15,691,247 cost-plus-fixed-fee contract for the procurement of time critical parts for incorporation into the T-408-GE-400 gas turbine engine in support of the CH-53K helicopter program. Work will be performed in Lynn, Mass., and is expected to be completed in December 2016. Fiscal 2013 research, development, test... Read more
18-Jul-2013Source: Breeze-Eastern
Breeze-Eastern Corp. (AMEX: BZC), the aerospace industry’s only dedicated hoist and winch manufacturer, has received a $7 million order from the U.S. Naval Supply Systems Command Weapons Support Unit to repair a range of cargo hooks and hoists for CH-53 helicopters. “Our team recognizes the importance of supporting this vital equipment with timely repairs, and... Read more
17-Jul-2013Source: http://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/sea-king-military-helicopters-grounded-after-halifax-accident-1.1369116
Canada’s fleet of Sea King helicopters has been grounded after one of them tipped forward and smashed its five rotor blades on the tarmac at Canadian Forces Base Shearwater in Halifax, the military said Tuesday. see full story... Read more
17-Jul-2013Source: NYSE
Apologies that we missed this in advance, but it’s an anniversary to celebrate, so here it is… On Monday, July 15, executives and guests of Connecticut-based Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), will visit the NYSE to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the company’s founding as the Sikorsky Aero Engineering... Read more
16-Jul-2013Source: Ontario Government
Today, Deb Matthews, Minister of Health and Long-Term Care, issued the following statement on the release of the Office of the Chief Coroner’s review of Ornge air ambulance: “I want to thank the Expert Panel for their work to examine Ornge air ambulance transports and for their recommendations to improve patient care. This report provides... Read more
15-Jul-2013Source: US Army
The legacy of aviation in the Kentucky Army National Guard took another step forward as ground was broke for a new center for operations in Frankfort, Ky., July 12. Kentucky’s adjutant general, Maj. Gen. Edward Tonini and local officials of Frankfort broke ground for a new Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF) at Boone National Guard... Read more
15-Jul-2013Source: US DoD
Lockheed Martin Corp., Owego, N.Y., is being awarded $12,878,468 for delivery order # 7021 issued under previously awarded Basic Ordering Agreement (N00383-12-G-010F) for the repair coverage of 25 items for the common cockpit of the H-60R/S helicopters. Work will be performed in Owego, N.Y. (33 percent); Salt Lake City, Utah (46 percent); Farmingdale, N.Y. (12.5... Read more
15-Jul-2013
Helicopter “toppled over”. More details to follow soon... Read more
12-Jul-2013Source: AeroVelo etc
Various interested parties issued similar press releases of this event. Firstly, here’s the one from the AeroVelo team themselves Great news! The American Helicopter Society has officially declared AeroVelo winner of the Igor I. Sikorsky Human Powered Helicopter Competition. After a thorough and rigorous independent analysis of the flight data of June 13th 2013... Read more
12-Jul-2013Source: Naitonal Post
U.S. aerospace giant Sikorsky has racked up almost $86-million in penalties for failing to deliver Cyclone helicopters to Canada’s military but has yet to pay the money. see full story... Read more
11-Jul-2013
During the early stages of take-off from the Snapper offshore platform, Bass Strait, one of the helicopter’s engines failed, resulting in a descent to approximately 30 feet above the water. The crew subsequently arrested the descent and stabilised the helicopter, before climbing to a safe alititude on the remaining engine. The helicopter was diverted to Longford aerodrome, Victoria,... Read more
10-Jul-2013Source: Erickson Air-Crane
Erickson Air-Crane Incorporated (NASDAQ: EAC) (“Erickson” or “the Company”), a leading global provider of aviation services to a diverse mix of commercial and government customers, and the vertically-integrated manufacturer and operator of the powerful heavy-lift Erickson S-64 Aircrane helicopter, announced today that it has won a contract extension to a previously awarded, firm-fixed-price contract to... Read more
10-Jul-2013Source: Brodsky & Smith
Law office of Brodsky & Smith, LLC announces that it is investigating potential claims against the Board of Directors and majority shareholder of Erickson Air-Crane, Inc. (“Erickson” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EAC) relating to the acquisition of Evergreen Helicopters, Inc. (“Evergreen”). Click here to learn more about the investigation http://brodsky-smith.com/605-eac-erickson-air-crane-inc.html, or call: 877-534-2590. There is... Read more
10-Jul-2013Source: US DoD
Raytheon Co., McKinney, Texas, is being awarded $9,618,024 for delivery order #7024 under a previously issued Basic Ordering Agreement (N-00383-10-G-006D) for the repair of the H-60 multi-spectral targeting system forward looking infrared turrets. Work will be performed in McKinney, Texas (5 percent) and Jacksonville Fla. (95 percent), and work is expected to be completed by... Read more
9-Jul-2013Source: Cardiff Aviation
Cardiff Aviation Limited, the aircraft maintenance and flight training organisation established in July 2012 by Iron Maiden vocalist Bruce Dickinson and business partner Mario Fulgoni, has acquired European Skybus flight training. The European Skybus flight training centre was acquired from the European Aviation Group for an undisclosed sum. The centre – which will remain in... Read more
8-Jul-2013Source: Redstone Rocket
Since its commission, the project has developed a comprehensive small- and full-scale autonomous helicopter research capability using unique in-house skills in helicopter guidance and flight control, robotics planning and scheduling, and emerging unmanned aircraft sensor technology. see full story... Read more
4-Jul-2013Source: HeliHub.com
The 20th Sikorsky S92 is expected to arrive at Aberdeen today or tomorrow for Bristow Helicopters as G-CHYG, having been freighted in to Prestwick Airport on an Antonov An124 yesterday. This will bring the Bristow UK fleet of the type to sixteen – four of the UK deliveries having been transferred onwards to Bristow’s Nigerian... Read more
4-Jul-2013Source: Office of Inspector General
This report is the first in a series of reports evaluating Naval Air Systems Command acquisition management of the CH-53K program. We evaluated the CH-53K program documentation used to support the increased procurement quantity from 156 to 200 aircraft for the CH-53K program. What We Found The Marine Corps procurement quantity for CH-53K Heavy Lift... Read more
4-Jul-2013
Emergency field landing after reported engine problems. Landed safely with no other damage. 10 POB. No injuries... Read more
3-Jul-2013Source: Royal Australian Navy
Minister for Defence Materiel Dr Mike Kelly AM MP today announced the first of 24 MH-60R Seahawk Romeo helicopters has successfully completed its first test flight. The initial test flight occurred at Sikorsky’s Production Facility, Connecticut USA on 26 June 2013. It passed a range of tests including controllability, engine performance, vibration analysis and navigation... Read more
3-Jul-2013
Newly appointed Airport Director Mark Gibbs’ second priority is to help establish an airport for the Nevada Air National Guard, which could be used to land military helicopters that frequently fly over Elko. see full story... Read more
3-Jul-2013Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft, a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), has launched the 2013 Sikorsky Helicopter 2050 Challenge, a national competition that invites youths ages 9-16 to envision a helicopter capable of addressing global issues likely to be encountered by mid century. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20060403/SIKORSKYLOGO ) Winner of the grand prize — the Igor Sikorsky Youth Innovator Award —... Read more
2-Jul-2013Source: Shareholders Foundation
An investigation on behalf of current long-term stockholders of shares of Erickson Air-Crane Inc (NASDAQ:EAC) was announced concerning whether certain Erickson Air-Crane officers and directors possibly breached their fiduciary duties in connection with certain statements. Investors who are current long-term stockholder of shares of Erickson Air-Crane Inc (NASDAQ:EAC) have certain options and should contact the... Read more
2-Jul-2013Source: Rigrodsky & Long PA
Rigrodsky & Long, P.A. announces that it is investigating potential legal claims against the board of directors of Erickson Air-Crane, Inc. (“Erickson” or the “Company”)EAC +4.94% regarding possible breaches of fiduciary duties and other violations of law related to the Company’s acquisition of Evergreen Helicopters, Inc. (“Evergreen”). Click here to learn more: http://www.rigrodskylong.com/investigations/erickson-air-crane-inc-eac. The investigation concerns whether... Read more
1-Jul-2013Source: HeliHub.com
Bristow Helicopters today restarts providing the SAR service from Stornoway in the UK’s Hebredies Islands a month after restarting at Sumburgh. Bristow was the original holder of this contract from 1993, before CHC won it in 2007. Over the last few years huge efforts have been put in to a new nationwide SAR contract with... Read more
1-Jul-2013Source: Hartford Courant
Sikorsky, dealing with defense cuts and rising costs, said Thursday it is laying off about 200 employees, mostly in Connecticut. see full story... Read more
1-Jul-2013
An ORNGE spokesperson said the previous management at ORNGE under CEO Dr. Chris Mazza made the original decision to discontinue hover exits when the AW139s were being introduced, and that they are now seeking to develop a “formalized training program” to establish policies and procedures for paramedics. see full story... Read more
28-Jun-2013Source: Toronto Star
An exodus of helicopter pilots has left ORNGE scrambling to fill shifts, meaning air ambulance choppers could be unable to fly at times during the busy summer trauma season. see full story... Read more
28-Jun-2013Source: Spirit AeroSystems
Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. (NYSE: SPR) has received a $60 million contract from Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. to supply the major structural cockpit and cabin components of four additional CH-53K heavy lift helicopters. Designated System Demonstration Test Articles (SDTA), the four production-representative aircraft will be used by the U.S. Marine Corps to evaluate the helicopter’s mission capabilities in service operating... Read more
27-Jun-2013Source: US DoD
Lockheed Martin Mission Systems and Training, Owego, N.Y., is being awarded a $30,302,022 modification to a previously awarded firm-fixed-price, multi-year contract (N00019-11-C-0020) for the manufacture and delivery of nine Mission Avionics Systems and Common Cockpits for the MH-60R for the Danish Government’s Defence Acquisition and logistics organization under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program. Work... Read more
26-Jun-2013Source: Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) is supplying a modified LCR-100 Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS) for the newly certified offshore rig approach feature on Sikorsky’s S-92A helicopter. The automated rig approach capability assists offshore oil operators with approaching and landing on oil rigs and platforms by guiding the aircraft to location coordinates entered by the... Read more
26-Jun-2013Source: US DoD
L-3 Communications, Communication Systems–West, Salt Lake City, Utah, is being awarded a $6,748,310 modification to a previously awarded firm-fixed-price contract (N00019-12-C-2024) for the manufacture, test, delivery and support of five Common Data Link Hawklink AN/SRQ-4 radio terminal sets in support of the Navy MH-60R aircraft (4) and the U.S. Coast Guard (1). Work will be... Read more
26-Jun-2013
Public Works Minister Rona Ambrose has gone outside government and hired a consultant to study Sikorsky’s work, and Canada’s contract, to determine whether it’s even possible for the U.S. helicopter giant to deliver the aircraft Canada ordered. see full story... Read more
26-Jun-2013Source: Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] received an aircraft maintenance and logistics contract with an initial funding value of $5 million from the U.S. Army Contracting Command, Redstone Arsenal, Ala., to provide field and sustainment-level maintenance for U.S. Army helicopters. Under the contract, Lockheed Martin will lead the Army’s Regional Aviation Sustainment Maintenance Central Operations at Fort... Read more