Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. has been awarded an $88.1 million contract modification to exercise an option for eight UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters.
The initial contract was awarded in early 2015.
Work will be performed in Stratford, Conn., with an estimated June 2017 completion date.
The durable helicopter features balistically tolerant rotor and drive systems, anti-plow keel beams, wire strike protection and jettisonable cockpit doors, among other features.
It has also been integrated with the Army's Future Combat Systems, the company says.
Bell's 429 helicopter in service in Sweden
Stockholm, Sweden (UPI) May 19, 2016 –
Bell Helicopter reports the delivery to Sweden and entry into service of its 429 aircraft.
The seven helicopters are being used the Swedish National Police's for law enforcement and search-and-rescue operations throughout the country.
"This is now the largest Bell 429 fleet in operation in the European Union," said Jakub Hoda, Bell Helicopter managing director for Europe and Russia. "Customers in Europe have shown great interest in the Bell 429 for law enforcement operations. Over a quarter of the Bell 429s in service across Europe today are flying parapublic missions, demonstrating the superior performance of the Bell 429."
The Bell 429 is a multi-purpose, twin-engine utility helicopter developed by Bell Helicopter and Korea Aerospace Industries. It can carry seven passengers in addition to its pilot, has a cruise speed of 150 knots and a range of 390 nautical miles.
It features a fully-integrated glass cockpit, an advanced drive system, best-in-class WAAS navigation and IFR capability.
