Wed, Sep 22, 2010
Helicopters To Be Used In Iraq, Afghanistan
The U.S. State Department has ordered 11 additional upgraded
S-61 utility helicopters for use in Iraq and Afghanistan, Sikorsky
announced Monday. Earlier this year, the State Department entered
into a five-year indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ)
contract for up to 110 upgraded S-61 aircraft for passenger and
cargo transport missions in support of its worldwide operations.
Under the IDIQ agreement, the first four aircraft purchased in
February are currently in completion and are scheduled for
deployment in Afghanistan this fall.
Sikorsky S-61
"Sikorsky's upgraded S-61 helicopter provides a capable solution
for any customer looking to procure a utility aircraft with a
proven record of endurance and reliability. Our S-61 helicopter is
the best value proposition in the industry," said David Adler,
president of Sikorsky Aerospace Services. "Increasing the U.S.
State Department's current fleet to 15 S-61 aircraft marks a
significant milestone for the Sikorsky S-61 program," added Anthony
Serksnas, director, S-61 Programs."
The S-61 helicopter for more than 50 years has performed
missions for U.S. and foreign allied militaries. The upgraded S-61
helicopter incorporates key components including composite main
rotor blades (CMRB), a state-of-the-art glass cockpit and modular
wiring harness - all of which dramatically improve aircraft
supportability. Additional features have been incorporated to
reduce pilot fatigue and maintenance requirements for increased
safety.
An open IDIQ purchase agreement serves as the contracting
vehicle for any U.S. Government agency to purchase upgraded S-61
aircraft. The first delivery of the 11 upgraded S-61 helicopters
for Iraq and Afghanistan is scheduled to occur in mid-2011.
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