Sikorsky Aerospace Services Delivers Helos For Medical And
Other Transportation Missions
The first upgraded S-61 helicopter for the U.S. State Department
was delivered recently by Sikorsky Aerospace Services (SAS).
“This delivery marks another significant milestone for the
Sikorsky S-61 helicopter program and speaks to the continued
success of the aircraft’s upgrade program launched earlier
this year. The S-61 helicopter continues to be one of the most
dependable and best value aircraft in the aerospace
industry,” said David Adler, SAS president, in announcing the
delivery Thursday.
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Earlier this year, the U.S. State Department entered into an
IDIQ (indefinite delivery-indefinite quantity) agreement to
purchase up to 110 upgraded S-61 helicopters for passenger and
cargo transport missions in support of worldwide operations. To
date, purchase orders for 17 aircraft have been placed by the DoS
for use in locations throughout the world.
The upgrade program incorporates advancements in
state-of-the-art technology that launches this long-proven aircraft
into the twenty-first century. The upgraded S-61 helicopter
includes a full array of system upgrades for enhanced mission
performance. Composite main rotor blades (CMRB) provide improved
functionality in hot/high conditions. Additional features have been
incorporated to reduce pilot fatigue and maintenance requirements
for increased safety. The upgraded S-61 aircraft offers its
operators an affordable purchase price, economical operating costs
and intrinsic resale value. Four aircraft are to be delivered in
2010, with deliveries of the next 13 upgraded S-61 helicopters
scheduled throughout 2011.
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