30-Aug-2010Source: LaBarge
LaBarge, Inc. has been awarded a contract from Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. valued at approximately $5 million to produce wiring harnesses for the HH-60M Medevac helicopter, which is part of the BLACK HAWK helicopter family. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (UTX 68.51, -1.42, -2.03%) . The new contract expands LaBarge’s manufacturing role to... Read more
25-Aug-2010Source: iStockAnalyst
The Tata-Sikorsky joint venture to manufacture aerospace components and systems at the Aerospace Park on the outskirts of Hyderabad will start rolling out products from November.... Read more
23-Aug-2010Source: Ottawa Citizen
A Sikorsky S76 helicopter belonging to the Ornge transport medicine service was targeted as it was on a flight to the Ottawa Hospital.... Read more
20-Aug-2010Source: SDG&E
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) today was joined by local firefighting agencies and city and county officials to announce two new cooperative agreements that will make the company’s new Erickson Air Crane helicopter available to San Diego County fire agencies to assist in fighting large wildfires throughout the county. The S64F helitanker, dubbed “Sun... Read more
17-Aug-2010Source: L-3 Link Simulation & Training
L-3 Link Simulation & Training (L-3 Link) announced today that it has been awarded a contract modification from Computer Sciences Corporation to provide three UH-60M Operational Flight Trainers (OFTs) in support of training services for the U.S. Army’s Flight School XXI program. These systems will be the first full-motion, high-fidelity simulators to support UH-60M aircrew... Read more
17-Aug-2010Source: Examiner
Established in 1983 with a grant from Avco Lycoming, the museum is a private non-profit establishment dedicated to preserving the legacy of Stratford as the birthplace of the American helicopter industry... Read more
17-Aug-2010Source: Economic Times
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp plans to pursue multiple opportunities in the Indian defence market, a strategy that could see the company, actively targeting the country’s internal security set-up.... Read more
12-Aug-2010Source: US Navy
Two Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion helicopters of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit launched from the flight deck of the Navy amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu today as part of the continued U.S. humanitarian assistance to Pakistan in support of flood relief from a recent monsoo The helicopters are the first two aircraft of 19... Read more
12-Aug-2010Source: US DoD
Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Rolling Meadows, Ill., is being awarded an undefinitized contract action with an estimated value of $77,655,380 for the procurement of 121 AN/AAQ-24(V) 25 Guardian laser transmitter assemblies for installation on CH-53D, CH-53E, and CH-46E helicopters, including associated technical data. The guardian laser transmitter assembly, a component of the large aircraft infrared... Read more
11-Aug-2010Source: Daily Express
As part of the UK Government’s drastic cost cutting, the proposed 25-year S92 contract was set aside. AgustaWestland are proposing a life-extension to the current fleet as a cheaper option.... Read more
11-Aug-2010Source: HeliHub.com
The Royal Danish Air Force has announced that it is ready to dispose of its Sea King fleet, more recently superceded by AgustaWestland AW101s after the Sikorsky-built fleet completed an impressive 45 years in service. The last operational flight was on 16th June this year, as reported on HeliHub.com here. Two Danish Sea Kings were... Read more
11-Aug-2010
Fire reported on board. Fire extinguished and helicopter landed safely... Read more
10-Aug-2010Source: The Age
THE battle for a billion-dollar contract to supply navy helicopters has turned nasty, with one of the two bidders accusing Defence of giving the rival company preferential treatment.... Read more
7-Aug-2010Source: US DoD
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., Stratford, Conn., was awarded on Aug. 3 a $35,252,210 firm-fixed-price contract for three UH-60M aircraft for the Mexico Navy and three auxiliary power units inlet barrier filter kits for the UH-60M. Work is to be performed in Stratford, Conn., with an estimated completion date of Dec. 31, 2012. One bid was solicited... Read more
7-Aug-2010Source: Vector Aerospace
Vector Aerospace Corporation (Vector -Â www.vectoraerospace.com) is receiving a tremendous show of support from members of the international SEA KINGâ„¢ / S61 operator and support community in preparing for the 2010 International Sea King Maintenance Symposium (www.seakingsymposium2010.com). Hosted by Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services-United Kingdom from September 28th-30th, 2010 in Portsmouth, England; event registration is proceeding as... Read more
6-Aug-2010Source: DSCA
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress today of a possible Foreign Military Sale to Colombia of 9 UH-60L Black Hawk Helicopters and associated equipment, parts, training and logistical support for an estimated cost of $162 million. The Government of Colombia has requested a possible sale of 9 UH-60L BLACK HAWK Helicopters (1 for Colombian... Read more
5-Aug-2010Source: WA Business News
Bristow Helicopters Australia has been awarded a contract worth $50 million to support Apache Energy’s drilling and production operations in WA.... Read more
5-Aug-2010Source: Bloomberg
Sikorsky wants the Navy to suspend its request for bids and issue a new one that includes U.S. companies, according toa protest filed with the U.S. Government Accountability Office yesterday.... Read more
4-Aug-2010Source: Sikorsky
STRATFORD, Conn. — Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation announced today the successful completion of the CH-53K Heavy Lift Helicopter Program Critical Design Review (CDR) event, signaling the program is ready to proceed to assembly, test and evaluation. Sikorsky Aircraft is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). The joint Sikorsky/Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) CH-53K helicopter... Read more
3-Aug-2010Source: Flightglobal
Brazil’s TAM Empreendimentos e Participações is negotiating with Petroleum Helicopters the final details of a joint venture helicopter enterprise dedicated to the flourishing Brazilian offshore market... Read more
2-Aug-2010Source: PremiAir
PremiAir was delighted to receive a visit from Sikorsky President Jeffrey Pino to the company’s Blackbushe Airport, Surrey, helicopter maintenance base during Farnborough Airshow week. Mr. Pino, who is a retired U.S. Army Master Aviator and is type-rated on several Sikorsky aircraft including the S-76®, took time out from his busy show schedule to visit... Read more
31-Jul-2010Source: CHC
Leading offshore services provider CHC Helicopter announced today it has been awarded an £11m/year contract to provide crew change services for Apache North Sea. The five-year deal, which has the potential for two one year extensions, will see CHC Helicopter add a second Sikorsky S92 aircraft to its Aberdeen fleet at a cost of £14.5m.... Read more
30-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
OSHKOSH, Wisconsin – Sikorsky Innovations, the technology development organization of Sikorsky Aircraft, today officially introduced “Project Firefly,†an all-electric helicopter technology demonstrator, at the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture exhibition. Sikorsky Aircraft is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). The Firefly Technology Demonstration Aircraft at EAA is part of the world symposium on electric... Read more
29-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
Event: â€Project Firefly†Press Briefing When: Thursday, July 29, 11:30 a.m. CDT Where: Sikorsky Innovations Booth in the GE Learning Center at the EAA AirVenture exhibition on Wittman Road Background: Chris VanBuiten, Director of Sikorsky Innovations, will introduce “Project Firefly,†an all-electric helicopter technology demonstrator. The demonstrator will be on static display at the booth,... Read more
29-Jul-2010Source: Aviation Week
The key issue, since late last year, has been the recognition that helicopters due for delivery this year in an interim standard would not meet the anticipated performance level.... Read more
29-Jul-2010Source: Connecticut Post
It’s not official, but a Sikorsky experimental aircraft is the fastest aircraft of its type in the world, achieving a top speed of 225 knots, or 259Â mph.... Read more
23-Jul-2010Source: CHC
CHC Helicopter has been awarded a 10-year, €500 million contract to provide Search and Rescue services on behalf of the Irish Coast Guard. Ireland’s Minister for Transport, Noel Dempsey, will join senior representatives from the Irish Coast Guard and CHC Ireland to officially sign the contract later today. The contract, will provide SAR services from... Read more
23-Jul-2010Source: Wired
The company announced Project Firefly at the Farnborough Airshow outside London and says the electric helicopter will be unveiled at EAA Airventure in Oshkosh next week.... Read more
22-Jul-2010Source: Press and Journal
Crews onboard the Sikorsky S-92 helicopter had told air traffic control they would be carrying out a winching exercise in West Voe, flying at what air traffic controllers “assumed†would be no higher than 100ft.... Read more
21-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. announced today that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior (MOI) has signed a contract to procure 12 S-76DTM helicopters and has taken options to acquire eight additional S-76D aircraft. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). The aircraft will perform security, transport and other missions. Delivery of the... Read more
21-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Innovations, the technology development organization of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., has unveiled an X2 TechnologyTM Light Tactical Helicopter (LTH) simulator that will provide potential customers with a tangible experience of the significant benefits of X2 Technology. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). X2 Technology combines an integrated suite of technologies to advance... Read more
21-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. announced today the delivery of the 200th UH/HH-60M BLACK HAWK helicopter to the U.S. Army. Sikorsky is a United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX) company. With a new airframe, avionics and propulsion system, the UH-60M and HH-60M helicopters are the latest and most modern in a series of BLACK HAWK variants that Sikorsky has... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: Boston Globe
Connecticut’s Supreme Court says the state owes almost $1 million to Sikorsky Aircraft for denying the helicopter maker a tax exemption it deserved.... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. announced today that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior (MOI) has become the launch customer for the new S-70iTM helicopter. The MOI signed a contract to acquire three of the latest model aircraft in the celebrated BLACK HAWK helicopter line, and has taken options to acquire 12 additional S-70i helicopters.... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aerospace Services announced today the signing of an agreement with Deccan Charters Ltd. of Bangalore, India, that appoints their Mumbai facility as an authorized Customer Service Center (CSC) to support the Sikorsky S-76® helicopter platform. Sikorsky Aerospace Services (SAS) is the aftermarket division of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX).... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: Esterline CMC Electronics
Esterline CMC Electronics (CMC) has received an extension valued at $23.6 million to a purchase order from Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation for an additional quantity of CMC’s CMA-2082MC Flight Management System (FMS) and CMA-2088 Emergency Control Panel (ECP) in support of the U.S. Army UH-60M and S-70i™ international BLACK HAWK helicopters. Deliveries are scheduled at the... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
The first flight of the Sikorsky Autonomous Formation Flying (AFF) system was carried out on June 4 by Sikorsky Innovations, the technology development organization of Sikorsky Aircraft. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). The demonstration used the Sikorsky AFF system implemented on the U.S. Army Aeroflightdynamics Directorate’s (AFDD) JUH-60A RASCALTM aircraft, flying... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: Passur Aerospace
PASSUR Aerospace, Inc. announced that Tina W. Jonas has joined the PASSUR Aerospace Management Team. Tina joins PASSUR as Executive Vice President, Operations from Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, where she worked as Director, Operations Planning & Analysis since September 2008. In that role, she was responsible for leading and managing Sikorsky’s global planning for production and supply... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: Hamilton Sundstrand
The U. S. Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM) at Redstone Arsenal, Ala., recently awarded Hamilton Sundstrand, a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), a five-year Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for follow-on Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) production in support of the U.S. Army/Navy Black Hawk/Seahawk Helicopter program. Hamilton Sundstrand will supply the... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
Abu Dhabi Aircraft Technologies (ADAT) and Sikorsky Aerospace Services today announced the launch of a joint venture to provide world class military aviation Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) services to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Armed Forces and other military operators internationally, including in the wider Middle East and North Africa region. ADAT is wholly... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aerospace Services today announced the signing of a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) with the Royal Jordanian Air Force (RJAF). At an estimated value of $8 million, this one-year agreement will support the RJAF fleet of 13 S-70A BLACK HAWK helicopters. Sikorsky Aerospace Services (SAS) is the aftermarket division of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a subsidiary... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. today announced its German Multi-Role Helicopter Team (GMRHT), consisting of several partnership agreements that will work together to introduce the Cyclone multi-role helicopter into Germany. The team collectively is offering a comprehensive solution for the requirements of the German Navy and Air Force. Sikorsky Aircraft is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp.... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Innovations, the technology development organization of Sikorsky Aircraft, announced today from the Farnborough International Air Show that it has developed an all-electric helicopter technology demonstrator. Sikorsky Aircraft is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). The FireflyTM Technology Demonstration Aircraft will be unveiled on July 26 at the EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) AirVenture exhibition... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Reuters
Sikorsky expects a significant first order this week (at the Farnborough Air Show) from a Middle Eastern country for Black Hawks – the same country will also buy S76D medium-twins... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: DSCA
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress July 7 of a possible Foreign Military Sale to Australia of 24 MH-60R SEAHAWK Multi-Mission Helicopters and associated equipment, parts, training and logistical support for an estimated cost of $2.1 billion. The Government of Australia has requested a possible sale of 24 MH-60R SEAHAWK Multi-Mission Helicopters, 60 T-700... Read more
17-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX), and Lockheed Martin Corp. (NYSE:LMT) will compete jointly for the contract to replace the U.S. Air Force’s fleet of combat search and rescue helicopters. The two companies signed a teaming agreement formalizing their intent to offer an advanced version of Sikorsky’s UH-60M BLACK HAWK helicopter... Read more
12-Jul-2010Source: DSCA
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress June 30 of a possible Foreign Military Sale to Tunisia for the refurbishment of 12 SH-60F Multi-Mission Utility Helicopters, being provided as Excess Defense Articles, and associated equipment, parts, training and logistical support for an estimated cost of $282 million. The Government of Tunisia has requested a possible... Read more
9-Jul-2010Source: http://www.aaib.gov.uk/publications/bulletins/february_2011/sikorsky_s_92a__g_sarc.cfm
During a manually flown SAR mission, in mountainous terrain, the aircraft entered IMC. While attempting to exit these conditions on a pre-briefed escape heading with the autopilot coupled, the autopilot entered an unexpected mode that resulted in the aircraft not responding as intended. The autopilot was disconnected and the flight continued manually without further incident.... Read more
7-Jul-2010Source: HelIHub.com
Nearly 500 people recently turned up to help 722 Squadron say farewell to the venerable S-61 Sea King rescue helicopter which has anchored rescue operations across the country for 45 years. Tactical Air Command chief executive, Henrik Dam, called a huge vote of thanks to former crew members, former patients and special invitees who had... Read more
7-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a world leader in helicopter design, manufacture and service, and Soltage, a leading U.S. renewable energy provider, today celebrated the activation of Sikorsky’s first solar photovoltaic system as part of its clean energy program. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). The Solar PowerStation – constructed, owned and operated... Read more
7-Jul-2010
The three fatalities were aircraft commander Lt. Sean D. Krueger, 33, of Waterboro, Maine; Aviation Maintenance Technician, First Class Adam C. Hoke, 40, of Great Falls, Mont.; and Aviation Maintenance Technician, Second Class Brett M. Banks, 33, Green River, Wyo. The helicopter’s co-pilot, Lt. Lance D. Leone, 29, of Ventura, Calif., survived. See also later... Read more
5-Jul-2010Source: Star Gazette
Parent company Sikorsky has announced that it intends to move the production of Schweizer’s commercial helicopter lines to a Sikorsky facility at Coatesville, Pennsylvania... Read more
2-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
The first S-70iTM BLACK HAWK helicopter has successfully completed its first flight, officially launching an international variant and the newest Sikorsky Aircraft product to follow in the legacy of the BLACK HAWK helicopter. Sikorsky Aircraft is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). Aircraft 0001, the first in the new product line, was built at... Read more
2-Jul-2010Source: HeliHub.com
Yesterday, CHC added a second Sikorsky S92 to their Aberdeen-based North Sea fleet. Registered G-CHCS, and the 125th S92 off the production line, it joins sister ship G-CHCK which has been active supporting British offshore oil installations since spring 2006. CHC has other S92s in the North Sea operating from Stavangar in support of the... Read more
2-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
SHELTON, Conn., Sikorsky Aerospace Services (SAS), the aftermarket division of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., today announced the acquisition of LifePort, Inc., a Washington aircraft accessories manufacturer that specializes in air medical systems, lightweight armor, interior furnishings and EnfliteTM galley equipment for fixed and rotary wing aircraft. This acquisition establishes SAS’s new accessories business segment. Sikorsky Aircraft... Read more
30-Jun-2010
Raytheon Co., El Segundo, Calif., is being awarded a $26,500,000 firm-fixed-price delivery order against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N00019-10-G-0018) for the procurement of 50 forward looking infrared radar for the CH-53E helicopters (42) and CH-53K helicopters (eight). Work will be performed in El Segundo, Calif., and is expected to be completed in June... Read more
30-Jun-2010Source: Universal Avionics
Universal Avionics Systems Corporation’s Cockpit Voice / Flight Data Recorder (CVFDR) has been selected by Sikorsky Aircraft, headquartered in Stratford, Conn., as a forward-fit option on Sikorsky’s S-76C++™ and standard on S-76D™ commercial helicopters. Universal Avionics’ CVFDR-145R with Recorder Independent Power Supply (RIPS) will be standard on the S-76D and will be optional on the... Read more
30-Jun-2010Source: US Marine Corps
CAMP BASTION, Afghanistan — A CH-53E Super Stallion flew across the dawning sun here June 26 as it returned with an 18,000-pound piece of vital cargo slung beneath its belly. The sight of the aircraft against the painted morning sky was impressive on two accounts – the vision of the silhouetted helicopter floating in Afghanistan’s... Read more
30-Jun-2010Source: North County Times
A man who sold defective aircraft parts was sentenced Monday to two years in prison, federal authorities said. The bolts, which were later discovered to be defective, were to be used on U.S. Navy and Marine Sikorsky helicopters.... Read more
30-Jun-2010Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Helitech, a Sikorsky Aerospace Services company based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, announced today a distribution agreement with The Timken Company for bearing inspection, overhaul and reconditioning services throughout the Australasian region. Sikorsky Aerospace Services (SAS) is the aftermarket division of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). “Combining Timken’s range of... Read more
29-Jun-2010Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aerospace Services announced today the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Job Performance Associates, Inc. (JPA) for the development of interactive multimedia training products linked to Sikorsky technical publications. Sikorsky Aerospace Services (SAS) is the aftermarket division of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). Based on specific... Read more
22-Jun-2010Source: 10 News
SDG&E and the county will both spend up to $150,000 for firefighting use of the S64e Helitanker, which the utility is expected to lease in time for the fall fire season.... Read more
22-Jun-2010Source: Business Standard
Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Tata Sons, is all set to roll out the first Indian-made S-92 chopper cabins in November this year.... Read more
