12-May-2025Source: US DoD
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., Stratford, Connecticut, was awarded a $15,865,769 firm-fixed-price contract to retrofit UH-60M aircraft with the 103 Air Data Computer, Multi-Function Display and Flight Management System. Bids were solicited via the internet with one received. Work will be performed in Stratford, Connecticut, with an estimated completion date of May 31, 2029. Fiscal 2025 Foreign... Read more
9-May-2025Source: Recoil Aerospace
Two leading U.S.-based aerospace companies are teaming to bring their respective equipment and services to global helicopter operators. Recoil Aerospace Inc. (Recoil), designer of the world’s most advanced aerial fire suppression systems (AFSS), has announced Tennessee-based XP Services (XP) as a new distributor for the Recoil line of AFSS tank systems for the UH-60 Black... Read more
7-May-2025Source: US DoD
Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Woodland Hills, California, is awarded a $20,445,600 firm-fixed-price contract for the production and delivery of 63 H-1 technical refresh mission computers (TRMCs) and 28 TRMC trays for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) customers to include 33 TRMCs and 28 trays in support of the Nigeria AH-1Z Program; 25 TRMCs in support of... Read more
7-May-2025Source: US DoD
Bell Boeing Joint Project Office, Amarillo, Texas, is awarded a $18,322,214 cost-plus-fixed-fee modification (P00083) to a previously awarded contract (N0001917C0015). This modification increases the contract ceiling to provide for additional post-production over and above repairs for the MV-22 common configuration readiness and modernization retrofit program for the Marine Corps. Work will be performed in Ridley... Read more
6-May-2025Source: US DoD
General Electric Aerospace, Lynn, Massachusetts, is awarded a not-to-exceed $32,312,925 modification (P00002) to a firm-fixed-price advanced acquisition contract (N0001924C0019). This modification adds scope to procure congressionally mandated long-lead items in support of lot 10 full-rate production T408 engines in support of the CH-53K Helicopter Program. Work will be performed in Lynn, Massachusetts (labor surplus area),... Read more
30-Apr-2025Source: US DoD
Saft America Inc., Valdosta, Georgia, has been awarded a maximum $7,542,506 firm-fixed-price, indefinite-quantity contract for storage batteries used in support of the H1, Seahawk and CH-53 helicopters. This was a competitive acquisition with two responses received. This is a three-year base contract with two one-year option periods. The performance completion date is April 24, 2028.... Read more
25-Apr-2025Source: US DoD
Able Aerospace Service Inc., Mesa, Arizona, was awarded a $21,780,710 firm-fixed-price, requirements contract for TH-1H helicopter dynamic components. This contract provides repair and overhaul services. Work will be performed in Mesa, Arizona, and is expected to be complete by April 20, 2030. This contract was a competitive acquisition, and two offers were received. No funds... Read more
22-Apr-2025Source: US National Guard
Soldiers from the North Carolina National Guard’s 449th Combat Aviation Brigade participated in a showcase hosted by North Carolina Emergency Management at NCNG Joint Force Headquarters in Raleigh, N.C. on April 17, 2025. The showcase highlighted the wide range of capabilities that the state can employ during natural disasters and emergency response efforts. The showcase... Read more
18-Apr-2025Source: ITC-AeroLeasing
The Bell 407s are configured for emergency medical services. Since entering initial production in 1995, the Bell 407 has become one of the most popular single-engine models in EMS operations, known for its versatility and reliability. ITC’s team is excited to strengthen the partnership with this major HEMS operator and support their essential mission of... Read more
14-Apr-2025Source: Recoil Aerospace
Recoil Aerospace Inc. (Recoil), the US-based designer of the world’s most advanced rotorcraft aerial fire suppression systems (AFSS), recently completed key steps toward approval of its Internal AFSS tank for the UH-60 Black Hawk series helicopter. Kentucky-based Recoil achieved industry-leading performance benchmarks during its Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) flight test, reinforcing already heavy hours flown... Read more
8-Apr-2025Source: US DoD
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a Lockheed Martin Co., Stratford, Connecticut, is awarded a modification (P00001) to a cost-plus-fixed-fee order (N0001924F0663) against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N0001923G0002). This modification exercises an option to perform testing in support of a design change to the CH-53K active inceptor system that addresses obsolescence of internal electrical components in... Read more
7-Apr-2025Source: US DoD
Bell Boeing Joint Program Office, Amarillo, Texas, is awarded a $590,000,000 fixed-price incentive (firm-target) undefinitized modification (P00080) to a previously awarded contract (N0001917C0015). This modification adds scope for the production and delivery of five CMV-22B aircraft for the Navy. Work will be performed in Fort Worth, Texas (30.08%); Ridley Park, Pennsylvania (15.22%); Amarillo, Texas (12.73%);Red... Read more
2-Apr-2025Source: US DoD
Raytheon Co., Indianapolis, Indiana, is awarded a $13,528,218 modification (P00011) to a cost-plus-fixed-fee order (N0001924F2603) against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N0001920G0007). This modification exercises an option for engineering, management, and technical sustainment efforts for the on-site V-22 laboratories required to plan, develop, release and sustain the V-22 Avionics Systems software in support of... Read more
2-Apr-2025Source: US DoD
Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., Woodland Hills, California, is awarded a $22,152,874 modification (P00002) to a firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract (N0001924D0123). This modification increases the contract ceiling to procure an additional 13 UH-1Y Link 16 A Kits, 12 AH-1Z Link 16 A Kits, 19 Link 16 B Kits, and six Link 16 Flight Training Device B-Kits, as... Read more
2-Apr-2025Source: Boeing
U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation Command (USASOAC) awarded Boeing [NYSE: BA] a $240 million contract to remanufacture five MH-47G Block II Chinook aircraft. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027. “Supporting the needs of our special operators continues to be critically important,” said Heather McBryan, Cargo Programs vice president and program manager for Boeing Defense,... Read more
2-Apr-2025Source: Bell
Bell is proposing a dedicated instrument flight rules (IFR) variant of its Bell 505 Jet Ranger X single-engine light helicopter to meet an emerging U.S. Army need to refresh its rotary-wing training fleet. The airframer will respond to an upcoming request for proposals (RFP) from industry–expected as early as April–with a “purpose-built” 505 for the... Read more
31-Mar-2025Source: BOOST Systems
BOOST Systems is strengthening its support for utility operators by becoming the Exclusive Representative for Canada and USA of the CLOUDBURST FIRE BUCKET. Since its introduction in 2005, the Cloudburst Fire Bucket has been continuously refined to uphold its reputation as a premier firefighting solution. Constructed from durable urethane and featuring a “failsafe to open”... Read more
17-Mar-2025Source: US DoD
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., Stratford, Connecticut, is awarded a $99,964,084 modification (P00007) to a previously awarded cost-plus-fixed-fee, firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract (N0001923D0015). This modification adds scope and increases the contract ceiling for compatibility assessments and engineering models, cost reduction analysis, software support, correction of software deficiencies and enhancements, service life extension analysis, and flight test supporting follow-on... Read more
17-Mar-2025Source: US DoD
Rockwell Collins Inc., Cedar Rapids, Iowa, was awarded an $80,287,202 cost-plus-fixed-fee contract to procure services to develop the Modular Open Systems Architecture Avionics Architecture Solution for H-60M aircraft. Bids were solicited via the internet with one received. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of March 7,... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: VAI
In 2024, the US helicopter industry posted its lowest number of fatal accidents and its lowest rate of fatal accidents per 100,000 flight hours in 25 years. The data was presented as part of the US Helicopter Safety Team’s (USHST’s) all-hands meeting Monday at VERTICON 2025. The data, compiled by FAA aviation safety coordinator Lee... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: Metro Aviation
Metro Aviation is set to deliver the first EMS-configured Airbus H160 in the United States, with plans to secure a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) by the first quarter of 2026. “We are proud to be part of this groundbreaking project,” said Amy McMullen, Metro’s Director of Aircraft Configuration. “Our team has worked closely with H160... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Metro Aviation
Metro Aviation is proud to be a launch customer for the highly anticipated H140, a groundbreaking aircraft in the H135 series that is poised to redefine HEMS. For the past several years, Metro Aviation has worked closely with Airbus and its team in Germany, following along with the certification process to develop the most advanced... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Recoil Aerospace
Recoil Aerospace Inc. (Recoil), designer of the world’s most advanced aerial fire suppression systems (AFSS), proudly announces U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval of its Tsunami AFSS tank system for the UH-60 Black Hawk series helicopters. U.S.-based Recoil’s Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SR02584AK for the UH-60 Black Hawk series helicopter represents the only carbon fiber... Read more
10-Mar-2025Source: Loft Dynamics
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Air Support Division, the largest municipal airborne unit in the United States, has become the first U.S. law enforcement agency to use virtual reality (VR) for pilot training. The department has installed a state-of-the-art VR flight simulator developed by Loft Dynamics—the global leader in flight simulation technology and the... Read more
6-Mar-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
The H125‘s single pilot instrument flight rules (IFR) capability has been certified by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), paving the way for first deliveries in 2025 from Airbus Helicopters’ assembly line in Columbus, Mississippi. This new feature, developed in collaboration with Moog´s Genesys Aerosystems, consists of an upgraded cockpit and a new autopilot along... Read more
5-Mar-2025Source: US DoD
Airtronics LLC, Tucson, Arizona, was awarded a $7,941,037 firm-fixed-price contract for the overhaul of UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter modulating valves. Bids were solicited via the internet with three received. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of Feb. 27, 2030. Army Contracting Command, Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, is... Read more
5-Mar-2025Source: US DoD
Moog Inc., Blacksburg, Virginia, is being awarded $28,923,732 for a firm-fixed-price, long-term contract for the repair of the slip ring assembly in support of V-22 aircraft. This is a three-year contract with no option periods and work will be completed by February 2028. All work will be performed in Blacksburg, Virginia. Annual working capital funds... Read more
28-Feb-2025Source: US DoD
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a Lockheed Martin Co., Stratford, Connecticut, is awarded a not-to-exceed $232,452,366 firm-fixed-price modification (P00002) to a previously awarded contract (N0001924C0009). This modification exercises an option to procure additional long-lead time materials to support full rate production, Lot 10, of the CH-53K aircraft for the Marine Corps. Work will be performed in Stratford,... Read more
21-Feb-2025Source: US Navy
Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 79, the “Griffins,” welcomed its newest commanding officer during a time-honored change of command ceremony aboard Naval Station Rota, Feb. 6. During the change of command event, Cmdr. Alex “Bender” Haupt, a native of Lodi, Wisconsin, assumed all duties and responsibilities as the HSM-79 commanding officer from Cmdr. Chris “Rexy”... Read more
20-Feb-2025Source: Schweizer
Schweizer is pleased to announce U.S. Aviation Training Solutions (USATS) of Titusville, Florida, has taken delivery of the first 300BCi helicopter in its 25 aircraft purchase agreement with Schweizer. Shortly before the pandemic, USATS made a firm order for 20 Schweizer 300CBis with an option for five more as a part of the company’s fleet... Read more
20-Feb-2025Source: M1 Support Services
M1 Support Services (M1) announced it was awarded a $96M Task Order under the Contract Field Teams (CFT) Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) starting January 2025, with an expected completion date of February 28, 2028, if all options are exercised. M1 will provide organizational level maintenance support for Helicopter Maritime Strike–41 (HSM-41) MH-60R “Seahawks” stationed... Read more
18-Feb-2025Source: US DoD
Bell Boeing Joint Project Office, Amarillo, Texas, is awarded a $23,420,682 cost-plus-fixed-fee modification (P00021) to an order (N0001921F0008) against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N0001917G0002). This modification exercises an option to provide continued flight test support for the V-22 Osprey aircraft for the Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and the government of Japan. Work... Read more
18-Feb-2025Source: Malmstrom Air Force Base
Two UH-1N Huey helicopters assigned to the 40th Helicopter Squadron and an MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter assigned to the 550th Helicopter Squadron fly back to Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025, after an MH-139 Initial Operational Test and Evaluation mission. IOT&E is a critical phase in the development and fielding of new military... Read more
18-Feb-2025Source: S.A.F.E. Structure Designs
S.A.F.E. Structure Designs, a leader in the design and manufacturing of creative and customizable solutions for Department of Defense, has been awarded a $3.5 million contract to supply a full wrap-around custom maintenance platform for the UH-60 Black Hawk Sikorsky helicopter for the U.S. Army National Guard. This contract will cover 10 different locations across... Read more
13-Feb-2025Source: US DoD
Raytheon Co., McKinney, Texas, is awarded a $52,200,000 firm-fixed-price delivery order (N0001925F0205) against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N0001920G0007). This order will procure 18 forward looking infrared high-definition turret assembly spares in support of Foreign Military Sales (FMS) owned MH-60 aircraft. The quantity breakdown per FMS country is as follows: Saudi Arabia – 1;... Read more
12-Feb-2025Source: Turbolyft
Turbolyft, based in the USA and Canada, has officially launched a new completions lineup under the “Y-Series”. Focused on continuing to provide bespoke AS350 / H125 completions, Turbolyft has strategically partnered with equipment manufacturers to modernize special missions packages for Aerial Law Enforcement, Aerial Firefighting, Medevac & SAR and Utility operations. “The Y-Series is made... Read more
5-Feb-2025Source: US DoD
Bell Boeing Joint Project Office, Amarillo, Texas, is awarded a not-to-exceed $46,568,675 undefinitized cost-plus-fixed-fee and firm-fixed-price delivery order (N0001925F0103) against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N0001922G0002). This order provides non-recurring engineering for integration and supportability of a V-22 Gearbox Vibration Monitoring/Osprey Drive System Safety and Health Information (ODSSHI) system and procures up to 91... Read more
3-Feb-2025Source: US DoD
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. a Lockheed Martin Co., Stratford, Connecticut, is awarded a $64,881,720 cost-plus-fixed-fee, firm-fixed-price order (N0001925F0193) against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N0001923G0002). This order provides for updated logistics analysis and products required to support configuration changes on the CH-53K as well as provides for development and delivery of new intermediate and depot... Read more
3-Feb-2025Source: US Navy
Capt. John “Swede” Anderson, commander, Helicopter Maritime Strike Wing Atlantic (HSMWL), was relieved by Capt. David “Biz” Bizzarri during a change of command ceremony onboard Naval Station Mayport, Jan. 23. Current and retired HSMWL Sailors joined family and friends who traveled from around the country to join in the celebration of the end and beginning... Read more
31-Jan-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
Airbus Helicopters has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United States Coast Guard (USCG) to continue providing support for the service’s fleet of MH-65 Dolphin helicopters through 2037. The agreement reaffirms Airbus Helicopters’ commitment to ensuring the mission readiness of the USCG’s fleet as it performs critical search and rescue, law enforcement, and... Read more
29-Jan-2025Source: VAI
Vertical Aviation International (VAI) offers this statement on the recent confirmation of Sean Duffy, former member of the US House of Representatives, as the US Secretary of Transportation. “The members and staff of Vertical Aviation International (VAI) extend our congratulations to Sean Duffy on his confirmation as Secretary of the Department of Transportation. With his... Read more
23-Jan-2025Source: US DoD
Mustang Advanced Engineering, * Twinsburg, Ohio, is awarded an $11,295,508 firm-fixed-price contract for a test stand capable of testing both left-hand and right-hand V-22 PropRotor Gearbox Input Quill assemblies for the V-22 aircraft. This includes all mechanical, electrical, software, and control systems, as well as ancillary subsystems required to test either PropRotor Gearbox Input Quills.... Read more
22-Jan-2025Source: US Army
The 12th Combat Aviation Brigade is gearing up to host the second Polish Apache Initiative Summit at Katterbach Army Airfield this week. This summit marks a crucial step in strengthening NATO’s attack aviation capabilities and fostering collaboration among key allies. The Polish Apache Initiative, launched by V Corps and hosted by 12th CAB, is a... Read more
21-Jan-2025Source: HeliHub.com
The newly inaugurated 47th President of the US (“POTUS”) has signed an Executive Order to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America. The relevant text follows:- Sec. 4. Gulf of America. (a) The area formerly known as the Gulf of Mexico has long been an integral asset to our once burgeoning Nation... Read more
17-Jan-2025Source: US DoD
Lockheed Martin Rotary and Missions Systems, Owego, New York, is awarded an $18,974,676 cost-plus-fixed-fee delivery order (N0001925F0225) against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N0001923G0002). This order procures the delivery of two initial structural modification kits for the MH-60S aircraft, and it will provide the non-recurring engineering necessary to address specific MH-60S aircraft systems/ and... Read more
15-Jan-2025Source: US State Dept
The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Republic of Zambia of Bell 412 Enhanced Performance Exportable Medium-Lift Transport Helicopters and related elements of logistics and program support for an estimated cost of $100 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this... Read more
13-Jan-2025Source: Robinson Helicopter Company
Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, has entered an agreement with Rotorcorp Services, LLC., effective January 1, 2025. Rotorcorp will leverage its deep understanding of Robinson Helicopter operators worldwide to advise and help implement a broad range of new company initiatives designed to enhance part sales and aftermarket services. Rotorcorp’s transition... Read more
13-Jan-2025Source: US DoD
Airbus U.S. Space & Defense Inc., Arlington, Virginia, was awarded a $315,043,393 modification (P00171) to contract W58RGZ-22-C-0022 for UH-72 Lakota contractor logistics support and engineering services. Work will be performed in Grand Prairie, Texas, with an estimated completion date of Dec. 31, 2025. Fiscal 2025 operation and maintenance, Army funds in the amount of $85,621,324... Read more
13-Jan-2025Source: Fundamental Advisors
Fundamental Advisors (“Fundamental”), an established alternative asset manager focused on municipal, public purpose and community assets, announced the launch of its helicopter investment strategy and the acquisition of HeloAir, Inc. (“HeloAir” or the “Company”), a best-in-class regional operator of utility and fire suppression helicopters, based in Richmond, Virginia. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.... Read more
8-Jan-2025Source: Air Industries Group
Air Industries Group (“Air Industries”) (NYSE American: AIRI), a leading manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for large aerospace and defense prime contractors, announced that it has secured a long-term contract valued at more than $33.0 million to manufacture and supply complex components for the CH-53K King Stallion helicopter program. The seven-year agreement strengthens Air... Read more
7-Jan-2025Source: US DoD
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a Lockheed Martin Co., Stratford, Connecticut, is awarded a $59,934,651 modification (P00009) to a previously awarded firm-fixed-price, cost-plus-fixed-fee, cost reimbursable, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract (N0001923D0011). This modification increases the contract ceiling to provide continued integrated logistics support, sustaining engineering, spares support, material management, component overhaul, and training activities in support of sustaining the VH-92A... Read more
6-Jan-2025Source: US DoD
Lockheed Martin Corp., Rotary and Mission Systems, Owego, New York is awarded a $198,092,727 firm-fixed-price, cost-plus-fixed-fee, cost reimbursable, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract. This contract provides maintenance, program management, and logistics services to support through life support (TLS) services for 36 Royal Australian Navy (RAN) MH-60R aircraft. The TLS services enable the RAN to provide the necessary operational... Read more
6-Jan-2025Source: US DoD
Mercury Mission Systems LLC, Torrance, California, is awarded a $16,492,279 firm-fixed-price delivery order (N0001925F0066) against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N0001924G0003). This order procures five data transfer units, 102 removable storage modules, and 51 docking station cables in support of CV-22 aircraft for the Air Force; 277 data transfer units, 554 removable storage modules,... Read more
3-Jan-2025Source: US DoD
Longbow LLC, Orlando, Florida, was awarded a $10,696,220 modification (P00013) to contract W58RGZ-22-C-0053 for Apache AH-64D/E fired control radar. Work will be performed in Orlando, Florida, with an estimated completion date of Dec. 31, 2025. Fiscal 2025 Army working capital fund funds in the amount of $10,696,220 were obligated at the time of the award.... Read more
3-Jan-2025Source: US DoD
Bell Textron Inc., Fort Worth, Texas, is awarded a $12,995,513 modification (P00007) to a cost-plus-fixed-fee order (N0001924F2602) against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N0001921G0012). This modification exercises options to provide continued program management, engineering, and logistics services for calendar year 2025 in support of modification integration and sustainment efforts for the AH-1Z Viper and... Read more
3-Jan-2025Source: US Air Force
Maxwell Air Force Base marked a historic moment Dec. 6, with the activation of the 24th Helicopter Squadron. Presiding official for the activation ceremony and assumption of command, Col. Lane Cook, 58th Operations Group commander, took a few minutes to discuss the importance of the ceremony. “I’m going to step back in time to set... Read more
3-Jan-2025Source: US DoD
Lockheed Martin, Orlando, Florida, was awarded a $71,620,674 modification (P00021) to contract W58RGZ-21-C-0016 for Apache attack helicopter depot-level support. Work will be performed in Orlando, Florida, with an estimated completion date of Dec. 31, 2025. Fiscal 2010 Army working capital funds in the amount of $71,620,674 were obligated at the time of the award. U.S.... Read more
2-Jan-2025Source: DSCA
The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Egypt of Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) and related equipment for an estimated cost of $30 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today. The Government of Egypt... Read more
2-Jan-2025Source: US DoD
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., Stratford, Connecticut, is being awarded $111,636,011 for a firm-fixed-price delivery order (N00383-25-F-X90S), under previously awarded contract N00383-20-G-X901, for the procurement of eight helicopter rotor hub assemblies in support of the CH-53K aircraft. This contract contains no options. All work will be performed in Stratford, Connecticut, and work is expected to be completed... Read more
30-Dec-2024Source: US DoD
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., Stratford, Connecticut, is being awarded $175,740,819 for a firm-fixed-price delivery order (N00383-25-F-X90U), under previously awarded contract N00383-20-G-X901, for the procurement of 22 main modules in support of the CH-53K aircraft. This contract contains no options. All work will be performed in Stratford, Connecticut, and work is expected to be completed by November... Read more
20-Dec-2024Source: US DoD
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a Lockheed Martin Co., Stratford, Connecticut, is awarded a $31,351,214 modification (P00008) to a cost-plus-fixed-fee order (N0001922F1198) against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N0001919G0029). This modification exercises an option to provide continued logistics support analysis, logistics products, product data, and technical publications resulting from production engineering changes, diminishing manufacturing sources, and... Read more
19-Dec-2024Source: US DoD
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., Stratford, Connecticut, is being awarded $132,983,516 for a firm-fixed-price delivery order (N00383-25-F-X90V), under previously awarded contract N00383-20-G-X901, for the procurement of 128 main rotor blade assemblies in support of the CH-53K aircraft. This contract contains no options. All work will be performed in Stratford, Connecticut and work is expected to be completed... Read more
16-Dec-2024Source: VFS
The Vertical Flight Society, the world’s leading professional society dedicated to advancing vertical flight, announced that Dr. Peter F. Lorber has been selected for the 45th Annual Alexander A. Nikolsky Honorary Lectureship. The Lectureship is awarded to “an individual who has a highly distinguished career in vertical flight aircraft research and development and is skilled... Read more
13-Dec-2024Source: US DoD
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Co., Stratford, Connecticut, was awarded a $375,937,755 modification (P00068) to contract W58RGZ-22-C-0010 to provide full funding for UH-60M and HH-60M aircraft. Work will be performed in Stratford, Connecticut, with an estimated completion date of Dec. 31, 2027. Fiscal 2025 aircraft procurement, Army funds in the amount of $375,937,755 were obligated at... Read more
11-Dec-2024Source: DSCA
The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of India of MH-60R Multi-Mission Helicopter Equipment and Follow-on Support and related equipment for an estimated cost of $1.17 billion. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today. The Government of... Read more
10-Dec-2024Source: US Air Force
A chapter of Air Force history will close on Dec. 3 as the 58 Special Operations Wing hosts a retirement ceremony for the HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter, marking the end of its distinguished service in training aviators in combat search and rescue (CSAR) operations. The Pave Hawk, a workhorse for personnel recovery missions, has been... Read more
29-Nov-2024Source: US DoD
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., Stratford, Connecticut, is awarded a $7,553,200 firm-fixed-price delivery order (N0001925F0146) against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N0001923G0002). This delivery order procures the upgrade of six main rotor dampers, 18 non-adjustable hinge guides, and 24 adjustable hinge guides for the CH-53K rotary wing aircraft. Work will be performed in Stratford, Connecticut, and... Read more
29-Nov-2024Source: US DoD
The Boeing Company, Ridley Park, Pennsylvania, was awarded a $113,144,453 modification (P00004) to contract W58RGZ-22-F-0407 to remanufacture Block 1 CH-47F aircraft into Block 2. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of Dec. 31, 2026. U.S. Army Contracting Command, Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, is the contracting activity.... Read more
29-Nov-2024Source: US DoD
Aerospace Maintenance Solutions LLC,* Solon, Ohio, was awarded an $11,592,723 firm-fixed-price contract for overhaul and upgrade of the control indicator for UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters. Bids were solicited via the internet with one received. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of Nov. 27, 2029. U.S. Army... Read more
27-Nov-2024Source: US DoD
The Bell Boeing Joint Project Office, California, Maryland, has been awarded a maximum $600,306,607 modification (P00036) exercising the five-year option period of a five-year base contract (SPE4AX-20-D-9001) with one five-year option period for V-22 Planned Maintenance Interval consumable market baskets. This is a fixed-price, incentive, performance-based contract. The ordering period end date is Nov. 30,... Read more
19-Nov-2024Source: US DoD
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a Lockheed Martin Co., Stratford, Connecticut, is awarded a $20,589,475 fixed-price incentive (firm-target), firm-fixed-price modification (P00011) to a previously awarded contract (N0001922C0004). This modification converts the four Lot 7 and four Lot 8 CH-53K Israel Air Force aircraft to the Israel Unique Green Configuration for the government of Israel, as well as... Read more
19-Nov-2024Source: VAI
Vertical Aviation International (VAI) championed the vertical flight industry’s perspective in a recent report to Congress on aerospace supply chain resilience. Congress requested the report from the Aerospace Supply Chain Resiliency Task Force, which VAI served on, to identify and assess risks to US aerospace supply chains. The report included the availability of raw materials... Read more
19-Nov-2024Source: US DoD
Bell Boeing Joint Program Office, Amarillo, Texas, is awarded an $18,686,939 cost-plus-fixed-fee order (N0001925F0015) against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N0001922G0002). This order provides research, development, test, evaluation, program management, and engineering support for integrated aircraft survivability equipment in support of CMV-22 Osprey retrofit efforts for Navy. Work will be performed in Ridley Park,... Read more
15-Nov-2024Source: Vertical Aerospace
Vertical Aerospace Ltd. (“Vertical” or the “Company”) (NYSE: EVTL; EVTLW), a global aerospace and technology company that is pioneering zero emission aviation, announces “Flightpath 2030,” its strategy for market leadership before the end of the decade. As Vertical advances its piloted flight test programme, which has entered into Phase 2, “Flightpath 2030” sets a clear... Read more
14-Nov-2024Source: US Navy
Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) met a new milestone with the induction of its first Navy CMV-22B Osprey for maintenance Aug. 21. With receipt of this aircraft, the depot now services all three variants of the V-22 platform, which also include the Marine Corps MV-22B and the Air Force CV-22. The CMV-22B is the newest... Read more
