Tue, Oct 23, 2007
Second Of Type In Company's Fleet
Sikorsky tells ANN the helomaker delivered an S-76 C++
helicopter to LG International Corp.
The aircraft -- the second S-76++ purchased by LG -- will be
used for VIP transport. The delivery was announced at a ceremony
held during the Seoul Air Show.
"The S-76 helicopter series continues to be the premier choice
among the world's largest and most discerning helicopter
operators," said Sikorsky Vice President Stephen B. Estill. "As we
continue to improve this helicopter program with emerging
technologies, Sikorsky welcomes LG International Corp. to its list
of international customers who are finding value in this proven
aircraft."
The S-76C++ helicopter currently in production was first
announced in February 2005 as a series of engine, air vehicle,
interior and avionics upgrades. Among the product improvements made
available at that time were a more powerful Turbomeca Arriel 2S2
Engine, an inlet barrier filter to protect the engine against
erosion and environmental contaminants, a new VIP interior, new
optional Health and Usage Monitoring System and a quiet main
gearbox using Quiet Zone technology that significantly reduced
interior noise levels without any weight maintenance penalties.
The S-76 helicopter serves a multi-mission role that includes
offshore oil, VIP transport, including head of state, emergency
medical transport, search and rescue and civil defense. The S-76C++
was initially certified by the FAA in January 2006 and more
recently was certified for unconstrained operations in extreme
snowy conditions. The European Aviation Safety Agency certified the
type design in July 2006, paving the way for the export of the
S-76C++ helicopter to all European Union countries.
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