Sikorsky, July 15, 2008 - Stratford, Connecticut - Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. has sold two S-92® helicopters to the International Handling Company Limited (IHC), Sikorsky announced today at the Farnborough International Air Show. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp.
The aircraft will be used for IHC’s offshore oil operations. The contract includes the option to purchase four additional S-92 helicopters configured for offshore oil missions. Delivery of the first aircraft is expected to take place in 2010.
“The S-92 helicopter is a popular choice for offshore oil operators like IHC, who fly aircraft in challenging conditions,” said Bruce McKinney, Vice President, Sikorsky Europe. “It is a tough and dependable aircraft that can fulfill transportation missions almost anywhere in the world.”
IHC, an Azerbaijan-based operator, plans to expand its service to the growing offshore oil industry based in Euroasia.
The S-92 helicopter has established a leading position in the offshore oil industry, racking up more than 85,000 total hours serving this market. The aircraft, which successfully fills a variety of other missions including search and rescue, VIP and Head of State transport, recently surpassed the 100,000 fleet hour milestone.
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., based in Stratford, Conn., USA, is a world leader in helicopter design, manufacture, and service. The company’s long commitment to safety and innovation is reflected in its mission statement: “We pioneer flight solutions that bring people home everywhere … every timeTM.“ Sikorsky Europe is a Sikorsky trade name. United Technologies Corp., based in Hartford, Conn., USA, provides a broad range of high-technology products and support services to the aerospace and building systems industries.
The aircraft will be used for IHC’s offshore oil operations. The contract includes the option to purchase four additional S-92 helicopters configured for offshore oil missions. Delivery of the first aircraft is expected to take place in 2010.
“The S-92 helicopter is a popular choice for offshore oil operators like IHC, who fly aircraft in challenging conditions,” said Bruce McKinney, Vice President, Sikorsky Europe. “It is a tough and dependable aircraft that can fulfill transportation missions almost anywhere in the world.”
IHC, an Azerbaijan-based operator, plans to expand its service to the growing offshore oil industry based in Euroasia.
The S-92 helicopter has established a leading position in the offshore oil industry, racking up more than 85,000 total hours serving this market. The aircraft, which successfully fills a variety of other missions including search and rescue, VIP and Head of State transport, recently surpassed the 100,000 fleet hour milestone.
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., based in Stratford, Conn., USA, is a world leader in helicopter design, manufacture, and service. The company’s long commitment to safety and innovation is reflected in its mission statement: “We pioneer flight solutions that bring people home everywhere … every timeTM.“ Sikorsky Europe is a Sikorsky trade name. United Technologies Corp., based in Hartford, Conn., USA, provides a broad range of high-technology products and support services to the aerospace and building systems industries.
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