12-Feb-2012 Source: Vector Aerospace
As per the terms of the two-year agreement, Vector provides comprehensive engine repair and overhaul support; including modification, test and other services for Discovery Air’s Turbomeca Arriel 1 and 2 model engines as well as the Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A engines. All engines covered in the agreement include complete dynamic testing at Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services-North America, located in Richmond, British Columbia; and at Vector Aerospace Engine Services-Atlantic’s Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Canada engine overhaul facility.
Bill Drikos, vice-president of sales for Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services-North America expresses his pleasure with the contract signing, saying: “We are very confident that through the combined expertise and resources of Vector’s Helicopter and fixed-wing Engine Services operations, we are able to offer exceptional support to the Discovery Air Group. Like Vector, Discovery Air has established a reputation of providing the highest standards of service to its customers, and our long-standing commitment to superior customer service; coupled with customer-proven, world class MRO services will help ensure Discovery Air continues to offer its customers the high levels of satisfaction they deserve.â€
Vector’s comprehensive service portfolio includes:
Photo – Turbomeca Arriel 1E