1-Aug-2013Source: Eurocopter
This is an important achievement for both the Tiger program and for Eurocopter Spain,” said Juan Luis Cordero, the Eurocopter Tiger program manager in Spain. “The assembly of this helicopter was made possible thanks to a significant investment in both industrial and human resources and also to the close coordination with other entities in the... Read more
31-Jul-2013Source: Star Telegram
Nearly two months after union workers rejected a final contract offer from Bell Helicopter, the two sides plan to restart negotiations this week. see full story... Read more
31-Jul-2013Source: Northrop Grumman
The U.S. Navy got its first look at the upgraded MQ-8 Fire Scout unmanned system when Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) delivered its first MQ-8C system this month. Northrop Grumman is the Navy’s prime contractor for the MQ-8 Fire Scout program of record. The company delivered the first MQ-8C aircraft to the Navy in early July... Read more
31-Jul-2013Source: US Marine Corps
Marines with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 262 off-loaded 12 MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft at the port facility at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, July 30. The aircraft arrived by commercial cargo ship before being flown to Marine Corps Air Station Futenma in Okinawa, Japan, as part of HMM-262. The 12 aircraft will be inspected,... Read more
31-Jul-2013Source: Canadian Armed Forces
As part of the Government’s commitment to strengthening the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), the Department of National Defence (DND) is acquiring 15 advanced, multi-mission, medium to heavy-lift helicopters, or more specifically the Canadian version of the F-model Chinook (also known as CH-147F). This will continue to position the CAF as a first-class, modern, flexible force... Read more
31-Jul-2013Source: FlightGlobal
Manufacturer AgustaWestland will not bid for the US VXX programme to replace the presidential helicopter fleet, despite winning a previous competition, says the company. see full story... Read more
31-Jul-2013Source: Kaman
HeliHub.com editor note – these are extracts from the full release, which includes the financial statements Neal J. Keating, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated, “We achieved strong overall results for the second quarter led by the performance at Aerospace and the sequential improvement in operating profit at Distribution. Aerospace delivered an operating profit... Read more
31-Jul-2013Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX), has delivered the 400th MH-60 SEAHAWK® helicopter to the U.S. Navy. The milestone consists of 166 MH-60R anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare helicopters, and 234 MH-60S utility/armed helicopters. The Navy took possession of the 400th, an MH-60R aircraft, on June 24. “MH-60 multi-mission aircraft are among the most reliable... Read more
31-Jul-2013Source: DSCA
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress today of a possible Foreign Military Sale to Iraq of 12 Bell 412 EP helicopters and associated equipment, parts, training and logistical support for an estimated cost of $300 million. The Government of Iraq has requested a possible sale of 12 Bell 412 EP helicopters equipped with Star... Read more
31-Jul-2013Source: CPI Aero
CPI Aerostructures, Inc. (CPI Aero(R)) (NYSE MKT: CVU) announced today that it has been selected by Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. (Sikorsky) to manufacture fuel panel assemblies for the H-60 BLACK HAWK helicopter. Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). This long-term agreement is valued at approximately $47 million for a period... Read more
30-Jul-2013Source: Eurocopter
The Eurocopter Corporate Foundation has launched its first outreach initiatives through agreements with two France-based non-governmental organizations: the Castel Mauboussin Association and Acting for Life. By partnering with the Castel Mauboussin Association, which helps people with disabilities pursue careers in the aerospace industry, the Foundation will support the training of flight assistants for helicopter emergency... Read more
29-Jul-2013Source: Erickson Air-Crane
Erickson Air-Crane Incorporated (NASDAQ:EAC) (“Erickson” or “the Company”), a leading global provider of aviation services to a diverse mix of commercial and government customers and the vertically integrated manufacturer and operator of the powerful, heavy-lift helicopter, the Erickson S-64 Aircrane, today announced that Santiago Crespo, a highly experienced and accomplished executive, has agreed to join... Read more
29-Jul-2013Source: AgustaWestland
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is pleased to announce that the first five AW101 Merlin HM Mk 2 helicopters have been delivered to the Royal Navy’s 824 Naval Air Squadron based at RNAS Culdrose in Southwest England. A ceremony was held today at RNAS Culdrose to celebrate the formation of the Navy’s first Merlin HM Mk.2... Read more
29-Jul-2013Source: Night Vision Award
The Night Vision Awards were presented at the Airborne Law Enforcement Association’s (ALEA) Annual Trade Show and Convention in Orlando, Florida at the Peabody hotel July 18 with more than 200 people in attendance. “The receptiveness of ALEA attendees and exhibitors continues to grow each year and everyone at ASU is happy to be a... Read more
28-Jul-2013Source: Erickson Air-Crane
Erickson Air-Crane Incorporated (NASDAQ:EAC), a leading global provider of aviation services to a diverse mix of commercial and government customers and the vertical manufacturer and operator of the powerful, heavy-lift helicopter, the Erickson S-64 Aircrane, today announced that it will release its earnings results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2013 ended June 30,... Read more
28-Jul-2013Source: Kaman
Kaman Corp. (NYSE:KAMN) announced today that it will report its second quarter 2013 results after the stock market closes on Monday, July 29, 2013, and host a live webcast and conference call at 8:30am ET on Tuesday, July 30, 2013. The call will be accessible by telephone at (877) 415-3177 and from outside the U.S.... Read more
25-Jul-2013Source: HeliHub.com
HeliHub.com is having continuing success with its “Gallery” feature, recording over 14,000 images in its main Gallery, and over 280 photographers have joined as members of the Gallery. The Flickr gallery provides users of HeliHub.com the opportunity to upload their own photos, and the early success is demonstrating just how valuable this will become over time. HeliHub.com plans to utilise... Read more
25-Jul-2013Source: AgustaWestland
In 2002, Agusta-Westland/European Helicopter Industries, manufacturers of the Canadian Forces’ Cormorant search and rescue helicopters, commissioned a trophy to be presented annually to a civilian, government or military Canadian helicopter crew that had performed the most demanding helicopter rescue of the year. Since July 2003, the Canadian Forces has issued a call for nominations to... Read more
24-Jul-2013Source: US DoD
Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Electronic Systems Sector, Land and Self Protection Systems Division, Rolling Meadows, Ill., is being awarded an $11,567,751 fixed-price indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract to produce, test, integrate, qualify and deliver an upgraded laser configuration for the Electro-Optical Third Generation Console for the F/A-18 E/F Advanced Targeting Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) and the SH-60 FLIR.... Read more
23-Jul-2013Source: US DoD
The Boeing Co., Ridley Park, Pa., was awarded a cost-plus-fixed-fee contract with a maximum value of $39,619,052 for the logistics support and fielding and training services for units receiving the CH-47F. Fiscal 2013 procurement funds are being obligated on this award. One bid was solicited, with one bid received. The Army Contracting Command, Redstone Arsenal,... Read more
22-Jul-2013
The Helicopter Association International (HAI) is joining the U.S. Department of Defense and hundreds of other organizations to mark the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War and honor U.S. and allied service members who fought there. “There is no question that the helicopter industry in the United States and even around the world was profoundly... Read more
22-Jul-2013Source: US DoD
General Electric Co., Lynn, Mass., is being awarded a $15,691,247 cost-plus-fixed-fee contract for the procurement of time critical parts for incorporation into the T-408-GE-400 gas turbine engine in support of the CH-53K helicopter program. Work will be performed in Lynn, Mass., and is expected to be completed in December 2016. Fiscal 2013 research, development, test... Read more
19-Jul-2013Source: Defence Suppliers
The Royal Australian Navy’s Retention and Motivation Initiative 2 program (RMI 2) has received a significant capability enhancement for its Bell 429 platform with the aircraft now upgraded to allow operations at an internal gross weight of 7,500lbs. see full story... Read more
19-Jul-2013Source: Night Flight Concepts
Night Flight Concepts and The Squadron have formed a strategic alliance to provide Operational Risk Management (ORM) training for organizations conducting Night Vision Goggle (NVG) operations. The ORM training program consists of academics and practical exercises geared for operators to easily apply risk management principles into daily routine. The program is always tailored to operator-specific... Read more
19-Jul-2013Source: Russian Helicopters
Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of Oboronprom, part of State Corporation Rostec and a leading global designer and manufacturer of helicopters, announces that on 17 July the Board of Directors elected as its Chairman Vladimir Artyakov, Deputy CEO of Rostec. “Today Russian Helicopters is a leading helicopter producer on the global marketplace, and number one by sales... Read more
19-Jul-2013Source: Brabners
Leading North West law firm Brabners has advised Bristow Helicopters Limited on its sale of 50% of FB Heliservices Limited to Cobham plc for £74 million announced today. Bristow is the leading provider of helicopter services to the worldwide offshore energy industry in addition to providing search and rescue services in various countries across the... Read more
18-Jul-2013Source: Textron
Extract from Textron’s full Q2 statement Bell revenues decreased $31 million in the second quarter from the same period in the prior year, primarily reflecting the delivery of 44 commercial helicopters compared to 47 units in last year’s second quarter. Bell delivered 9 V-22 and 6 H-1 aircraft in the quarter, flat with last year’s second quarter... Read more
18-Jul-2013Source: Breeze-Eastern
Breeze-Eastern Corp. (AMEX: BZC), the aerospace industry’s only dedicated hoist and winch manufacturer, has received a $7 million order from the U.S. Naval Supply Systems Command Weapons Support Unit to repair a range of cargo hooks and hoists for CH-53 helicopters. “Our team recognizes the importance of supporting this vital equipment with timely repairs, and... Read more
17-Jul-2013Source: http://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/sea-king-military-helicopters-grounded-after-halifax-accident-1.1369116
Canada’s fleet of Sea King helicopters has been grounded after one of them tipped forward and smashed its five rotor blades on the tarmac at Canadian Forces Base Shearwater in Halifax, the military said Tuesday. see full story... Read more
17-Jul-2013Source: NYSE
Apologies that we missed this in advance, but it’s an anniversary to celebrate, so here it is… On Monday, July 15, executives and guests of Connecticut-based Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), will visit the NYSE to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the company’s founding as the Sikorsky Aero Engineering... Read more
17-Jul-2013Source: EHExtra
Later in the meeting the council voted unanimously in support of extending the Industrial Development District and also agreed to adopt a resolution to schedule a public hearing to provide Enstrom an industrial facilities and personal property tax exemption. see full story... Read more
17-Jul-2013Source: Rebtech
Texas-based night vision technology lighting leader, REBTECH, has recently completed a contract to modify four Robinson R44 helicopters for the Estonian Air Force. The installation included the modification of all aircraft lighting, which is based on REBTECH’s NVG Supplemental Type Certificated (STC), and was provided by REBTECH technicians on location at the Estonian Air Force... Read more
16-Jul-2013Source: US DoD
Bell Helicopter Textron Inc., Hurst, Texas, is being awarded a $17,907,086 firm-fixed-price, cost-plus-fixed-fee contract for systems engineering and program management services in support of the H-1 upgrade program. This contract includes the manufacturing, testing and delivery of one H-1 main rotor gearbox test stand and one H-1 tail rotor/intermediate gearbox test stand, including the equipment,... Read more
16-Jul-2013Source: Eurocopter
Eurocopter has successfully demonstrated new landing procedures relying on augmented satellite guidance that can be tailored to more completely comply with the local environmental requirements. These new landing procedures were validated with a twin-engine Eurocopter EC155 during flight tests performed as part of the company’s participation in the Green Rotorcraft Integrated Technology Demonstrator program –... Read more
15-Jul-2013Source: Cobham
Cobham plc (‘Cobham’ or ‘the Group’) today announces that it has completed the acquisition of the 50% shareholding that it did not already own in FB Heliservices Ltd, FB Leasing Limited and FBS Limited (together ‘FBH’), from its long standing joint venture partner, Bristow Helicopters Limited (‘Bristow’). The transaction comprises cash consideration of £74 million... Read more
15-Jul-2013Source: US Army
The legacy of aviation in the Kentucky Army National Guard took another step forward as ground was broke for a new center for operations in Frankfort, Ky., July 12. Kentucky’s adjutant general, Maj. Gen. Edward Tonini and local officials of Frankfort broke ground for a new Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF) at Boone National Guard... Read more
15-Jul-2013Source: PhilStar
Defense department records show that as of Thursday, only AgustaWestland and Eurocopter have bought the bidding documents for the project. see full story... Read more
15-Jul-2013Source: US DoD
Lockheed Martin Corp., Owego, N.Y., is being awarded $12,878,468 for delivery order # 7021 issued under previously awarded Basic Ordering Agreement (N00383-12-G-010F) for the repair coverage of 25 items for the common cockpit of the H-60R/S helicopters. Work will be performed in Owego, N.Y. (33 percent); Salt Lake City, Utah (46 percent); Farmingdale, N.Y. (12.5... Read more
15-Jul-2013Source: South Coast Register
THREE tenderers have been selected for Project Air 9000 Phase 7, which will provide a new helicopter aircrew training system to be based at HMAS Albatross. see full story... Read more
15-Jul-2013Source: Jakarta Globe
East Kalimantan Governor Awang Faroek Ishak said the helicopter will be used by the Indonesian military (TNI), which is tasked with patrolling the border. see full story File photo... Read more
12-Jul-2013Source: The Breeze
Yeovil’s AgustaWestland’s been awarded a further grant from the Government today. The Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg has announced over 100 companies across the UK are to get a cut of £506 million. see press story See also Government announcement... Read more
12-Jul-2013Source: Naitonal Post
U.S. aerospace giant Sikorsky has racked up almost $86-million in penalties for failing to deliver Cyclone helicopters to Canada’s military but has yet to pay the money. see full story... Read more
12-Jul-2013Source: Eurocopter
Eurocopter and the German Federal Ministry of Defense today signed a contract for 15 EC645 T2 Light Utility Helicopters (LUH) to be used by Kommando Spezialkräfte (KSK), Germany’s Special Forces Command. With this order, the Bundeswehr has now joined the customer list for the most powerful model in Eurocopter’s proven EC145 family. The contract, worth... Read more
11-Jul-2013Source: Royal Australian Navy
A new helicopter to be used by both the Royal Australian Navy and Australian Army has been inducted into the Australian Defence Force Fleet during a commissioning ceremony at HMAS Albatross, near Nowra, NSW. The ceremony also marked the formal induction of 808 Squadron to operate the new MRH 90 Taipan Multi-Role Helicopter. This commissioning... Read more
11-Jul-2013Source: UK MoD
Five Fleet Air Arm pilots and observers are currently undergoing conversion training at the new Wildcat Training Centre at Royal Naval Air Station (RNAS) Yeovilton, with the helicopter – successor to the Lynx – just 18 months away from front line service. From the beginning of 2015, Wildcats will begin to relieve the Lynx as the mainstay... Read more
11-Jul-2013Source: Helitech International
Russian Helicopters has confirmed its presence at Helitech International 2013 alongside other headline manufacturers which include, but are not limited to; AgustaWestland, Bell Helicopter, Eurocopter and Sikorsky. This impressive roll call of exhibitors reflects the show’s position as the pre-eminent international, dedicated helicopter exhibition in Europe and is set to make 2013 the most successful... Read more
11-Jul-2013Source: AEM Corp
AEM Corp has announced the signing of a Long Term Agreement (LTA) with AgustaWestland. This LTA is for the supply of various audio systems, audio accessories, tactical radio and external PA systems. “We have been an approved supplier to AgustaWestland for a couple of years now” said Ray Lewis, AEM’s VP Business Development. “The LTA... Read more
11-Jul-2013Source: IndRus
Bolivia plans to buy Russia’s two Mi-17 helicopters to fight drug trafficking, Bolivian Defence Minister Ruben Saavedra said – see full report... Read more
11-Jul-2013Source: Fox 18
The Iowa Army National Guard is very excited about having a new fleet with two new helicopter models – with six CH-47F Chinooks and two UH-72A Lakotas – see full story... Read more
10-Jul-2013Source: Helicopter Specialties
Helicopter Specialties, Inc. (HSI) of Janesville, Wis., in partnership with Enstrom Helicopter Corporation of Menominee, Mich., has delivered two Enstrom 480B training helicopters to Aero Facility Co. Ltd. of Tokyo, Japan. The aircraft are destined for the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) and are part of a total order of 28 helicopters to be equipped... Read more
10-Jul-2013Source: Erickson Air-Crane
Erickson Air-Crane Incorporated (NASDAQ: EAC) (“Erickson” or “the Company”), a leading global provider of aviation services to a diverse mix of commercial and government customers, and the vertically-integrated manufacturer and operator of the powerful heavy-lift Erickson S-64 Aircrane helicopter, announced today that it has won a contract extension to a previously awarded, firm-fixed-price contract to... Read more
10-Jul-2013Source: Intevac Photonics
Intevac Photonics, a subsidiary of Intevac, Inc. (Nasdaq: IVAC) announced today that their ISIE10 EBAPS® camera was selected as the digital low light sensor for a major international helicopter night vision-based landing system. This application will assist pilots with safe landings by sending pertinent data directly to the crew’s helmet-mounted display reducing the need to look... Read more
10-Jul-2013Source: Norwegian Government
The Ministry of Justice and Public Security has informed the four bidders that further negotiations will be held with the two companies AgustaWestland and Eurocopter for the replacement of the current Sea King fleet. Norway intends to procure up to 16 new SAR helicopters with an option for additional 6. The project target is that... Read more
10-Jul-2013Source: US DoD
Raytheon Co., McKinney, Texas, is being awarded $9,618,024 for delivery order #7024 under a previously issued Basic Ordering Agreement (N-00383-10-G-006D) for the repair of the H-60 multi-spectral targeting system forward looking infrared turrets. Work will be performed in McKinney, Texas (5 percent) and Jacksonville Fla. (95 percent), and work is expected to be completed by... Read more
10-Jul-2013Source: Japan Daily Press
Okinawa Governor Hirokazu Nakaima pleaded with the central government to stop the deployment of the second batch of MV-22 Ospreys that are due to be deployed to the US bases on the southern Japanese island, after arriving at the Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni near Hiroshima at the end of July for testing see full... Read more
10-Jul-2013Source: Senator Richard Blumenthal
U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) 8th July – joined by U.S. Senators Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Kelly Ayotte (R-N.H.), Mark Begich (D-Alaska), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Mark Kirk (R-Ill.), and Ben Cardin (D-Md.) – released a letter in which he urged Department of Defense (DOD) Secretary Chuck Hagel to reconsider the... Read more
10-Jul-2013Source: Night Flight Concepts
Night Flight Concepts is pleased to announce an extended NVG inspectioncontract with Bell Helicopter. The Texas based Bell Helicopter manufactures a wide range of civil and military helicopters, as well as civil and military tilt-rotor craft. “The extension of the inspection contract ensures the accuracy and dependability of our equipment and provides assurance that all NVG equipment will... Read more
9-Jul-2013Source: Cardiff Aviation
Cardiff Aviation Limited, the aircraft maintenance and flight training organisation established in July 2012 by Iron Maiden vocalist Bruce Dickinson and business partner Mario Fulgoni, has acquired European Skybus flight training. The European Skybus flight training centre was acquired from the European Aviation Group for an undisclosed sum. The centre – which will remain in... Read more
9-Jul-2013Source: Ukraine Ministry of Defence
Ten servicemen of the 56th Detached Helicopter Unit of the United Nations Mission in Liberia left for Côte d’Ivoire. The main aim of this operation is to prepare the base camp and the airfield for the Detached Aviation Group of the 56th DHU, including three Mi-24 and 38 servicemen who will participate in the UN Operation in Côte d’Ivoire and trans-boundary operations. “This movement is organized in three phases,” tells Col. Petro Plis.... Read more
9-Jul-2013Source: Erickson Air-Crane
Erickson Air-Crane Incorporated (NASDAQ: EAC) (“Erickson” or “the Company”), a leading global provider of aviation services to a diverse mix of commercial and government customers, and the vertically-integrated manufacturer and operator of the powerful heavy-lift Erickson S-64 Aircrane helicopter, announced today that it was awarded option period extensions with Special Operations Command Africa (“SOCAFRICA”). The... Read more
9-Jul-2013Source: US DoD
Moog Inc., East Aurora, N.Y., has been awarded a maximum $7,674,650 firm-fixed-price, sole-source contract (SPM4AX-07-D-9412 THA1). The contract is for V-22 aircraft swashplate actuators. Location of performance is New York with a September 2014 completion date. Using military service is Navy. Type of appropriation is fiscal 2013 Navy Working Capital funds. The contracting activity is... Read more
8-Jul-2013Source: Redstone Rocket
Since its commission, the project has developed a comprehensive small- and full-scale autonomous helicopter research capability using unique in-house skills in helicopter guidance and flight control, robotics planning and scheduling, and emerging unmanned aircraft sensor technology. see full story... Read more
8-Jul-2013Source: British Monarchy website
Prince Harry has this week qualified as an Apache Aircraft Commander within 3 Regiment Army Air Corps. This qualification marks the culmination of his experience as a member of the Apache aircrew. It follows a successful tour of Afghanistan, which was preceded by a distinguished record in training including being awarded a prize for the... Read more
8-Jul-2013Source: US Navy
NAVAL AIR FACILITY ATSUGI, Japan – Two pilots and an aircrewman from Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 51 were presented with awards for their rescue of five fishermen that were stranded off the coast of the Republic of the Philippines last fall. The fishermen were spotted by the helicopter crew during a routine night-time flight... Read more
7-Jul-2013Source: Russian Helicopters
Mechel (NYSE: MTL), one of the leading Russian mining and metals companies, reports that the Group’s Chelyabinsk Metallurgical Plant fulfilled the order for a new class of steel for helicopter-making. The order was placed by the Russian Helicopters holding. High-quality steel was produced in November 2012. The product showed excellent results during preliminary technological testing... Read more
7-Jul-2013Source: Guardian
In February, Eurocopter, the latest arrival, opened a 12,000 sq metre facility that will employ 200 people by next year. see full story... Read more
7-Jul-2013Source: Helitech International
Registration is now live for Helitech International 2013, don’t miss out on Europe’s only 100% helicopter event. Discover the launch of the very first Helitech International at ExCeL London, meet over 200 expert exhibitors showcasing their latest helicopter products, services, parts and accessories, all under one roof. Register Now! What’s taking place at the show?... Read more
5-Jul-2013Source: Scandinavian Avionics
Scandinavian Avionics has received the Garmin Platinum Award for Elite Performance 2012, which represents the highest level of sales performance, technical expertise and customer service within the Garmin International avionics distributor network. Manager, EMEA Sales & Marketing at Garmin, Trevor Pegrum comments: “Scandinavian Avionics has repeatedly shown that they are one of the top Garmin... Read more
5-Jul-2013Source: Military Forces Asia
The Bangladesh Navy is procuring two Z-9C is the naval helicopter developed by the Harbin Aircraft Manufacture Co. (HAMC) for shipborne anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and search and rescue (SAR) missions – see full story... Read more
5-Jul-2013Source: Night Flight Concepts
Registration is now open for NightCon 2013, a 2 Day – Night Vision Systems Conference and Expo on September 19 & 20, 2013 in Dallas, TX. Join the experts of the NVIS Community for this unprecedented two-day interactive event. The purpose is to present a venue in which industry professionals can obtain information, education, and... Read more
4-Jul-2013Source: US DoD
The Boeing Co., Ridley Park, Pa., was awarded a $17,028,790 modification (P00009) to a previously awarded firm-fixed-price, multi-year, foreign military sales contract (FMS) (W58RGZ-12-C-0010) for the procurement of CH-47 cargo aircraft. This FMS contract is in support of Australia and United Arab Emirates. A combination of fiscal 2010, fiscal 2011 and fiscal 2012 procurement funds... Read more
4-Jul-2013Source: Russian Helicopters
Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of Oboronprom, part of State Corporation Rostec and a leading global designer and manufacturer of helicopters will showcase naval helicopters currently in service with the Russian Navy and foreign fleets and models adapted for future deployment aboard naval vessels at the Sixth International Maritime Defence Show in Saint Petersburg on 3-7... Read more
4-Jul-2013Source: Office of Inspector General
This report is the first in a series of reports evaluating Naval Air Systems Command acquisition management of the CH-53K program. We evaluated the CH-53K program documentation used to support the increased procurement quantity from 156 to 200 aircraft for the CH-53K program. What We Found The Marine Corps procurement quantity for CH-53K Heavy Lift... Read more
3-Jul-2013Source: Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin Corporation [NYSE: LMT] launched Lockheed Martin International (LMI) today, a new organization responsible for strengthening international customer relationships and industrial partnerships, and growing the company’s global business. Patrick M. Dewar, 52, has been named Executive Vice President of LMI and will continue as a corporate officer. “Directly engaging with and listening to our customers are essential... Read more
3-Jul-2013Source: Royal Australian Navy
Minister for Defence Materiel Dr Mike Kelly AM MP today announced the first of 24 MH-60R Seahawk Romeo helicopters has successfully completed its first test flight. The initial test flight occurred at Sikorsky’s Production Facility, Connecticut USA on 26 June 2013. It passed a range of tests including controllability, engine performance, vibration analysis and navigation... Read more
