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University of North Dakota (UND) Adds Another Robinson R44 Cadet to Training Fleet
In May, the University of North Dakota (UND) took delivery of its fifth R44 Cadet helicopter. This Cadet, like the university’s other four Cadets, will be used for flight training at UND’s helicopter division located in Grand Forks, North Dakota.
“The acquisition of the fifth Cadet attests to how much UND approves of the aircraft. The reliability, performance, and speed of the aircraft allows students to get the most out of each flight training hour,” said Wes Van Dell, UND’s chief helicopter flight instructor.
UND took delivery of its first Cadet in 2017 and by the end of 2020, it had fully transitioned to an all R44 helicopter fleet.
The new Cadet is equipped with Robinson’s latest options, including an impact-resistant windshield and a 4K Ultra HD cockpit video camera that captures visual and audio recordings, making it an excellent tool for flight schools. Configured for VFR and IFR training, the aircraft’s glass panel features Garmin’s G500H 1060 TXi flight display, GTN 750 GPS/COM/NAV, and GTX 345 transponder with ADS-B In/Out.
“The instrument panel configuration and size make it easy for students to see the necessary information. The roomy cabin is comfortable for both student and instructor, and the students particularly like the aircraft’s ease of operation and advanced avionics,” said Van Dell. Currently, there are 65 students in the university’s helicopter program working on ratings from private to CFII. Twelve of the students are part of the U.S. Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC). UND’s decision to purchase the additional Cadet was, in part, to facilitate the Army’s program.
Boeing Logistics Contract Builds on Decades of Support for Israel Apaches
Boeing recently announced a contract to provide the Israeli Air Force (IAF) with integrated logistics support for Israel’s AH- 64A-model and D-model Apache helicopters.
The direct commercial sale, awarded in December 2020, is a five-year follow-on contract that builds on Boeing’s current IAF Apache support. Boeing will deliver logistical, program, engineering and technical support, A- and D-model technical publications, D-model unique repairs, an in-country field service representative, and overhaul material kits for various drivetrain systems, including transmissions and gear boxes.
“This tailored support package and Boeing’s decades of vertical lift experience bring superior global sustainment expertise to our Israeli customer and elevates the capability of their Apache fleet to support key missions,” said Indra Duivenvoorde, director of Europe and Israel services for Boeing.
Boeing has been delivering support for the IAF’s fleet of Apache helicopters for decades and currently provides transactional spares, A-model repairs, support and test equipment, and engineering project support for the IAF. A Boeing field service representative has been co-located with the customer since 1991 to provide on-site technical support.
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In addition to the U.S. Army, Israel is one of 16 partner nations around the globe operating the Apache as its primary attack helicopter, with multiple global defense forces expressing high interest. More than 2,500 helicopters have been delivered worldwide.
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