INDUSTRY NEWS RELEVANT TO YOUR BUSINESS The State Department signed an


agreement in 2010 to purchase up to 110 modernized S­61 aircraft that Sikorsky is refurbishing under its S­61T program. The program includes the upgrade and installation of composite main rotor blades, state­of­the­art glass cockpit, modular wiring harness, and modern survivability and force protec­ tion enhancements. The enhancements result in an aircraft with improved safe­ ty, 15 percent greater performance and a lower operating cost. “The Sikorsky S­61 helicopter has


proven to be a dependable, multi­mis­ sion aircraft and provides a capable solution for our customers looking for a utility aircraft. Our S­61 helicopter is the best value proposition in the industry,” said John Johnson, S­61 Program Director, Sikorsky Aerospace Services. The S­61 helicopter has been an acclaimed industry workhorse for more than 50 years, performing missions for U.S. and foreign allied militaries. In 2012, the Sikorsky Troy facility


began modernizing S­61 airframes for the upgrade program. The Troy facility has developed capacity to refurbish up to six aircraft in flow, with the program employing more than 100 people. “Our workforce here in Troy is highly


skilled and understands the importance of the work we do in support of our nation and military allies,” said facility general manager Jason Lambert. “Completion of this first modernized airframe represents a big milestone for us.” 


regarding safety­related matters, act­ ing as the point of contact for and man­ aging staff associated with the HAI Accreditation Program, working with the FAA Safety Team to develop online educational materials, making safety presentations on behalf of HAI, and writing safety­related articles for HAI and other publications. Requirements include: college


degree (advanced degree in aviation safety preferred); five years of related


helicopter safety, training and/or risk management experience; five years as a certificated helicopter pilot; and familiarization with auditing protocols and accreditation programs. For further information regarding


the duties and requirements of the position, and to submit an application, please visit:


WWW.ROTOR.COM/ABOUTHAI/EMPLOYMENT


HAI Seeks Deputy Director of Safety HAI is seeking a Deputy Director of


Safety. Duties and responsibilities include: assisting HAI Director of Safety


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