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Sikorsky Launches All-New Light Tactical Helicopter for U.S. Military Evaluation

Having achieved its goal of flying the X2 Technology demonstrator helicopter

at more than 250 knots (287 mph) twice the average top speed of a traditional

helicopter Sikorsky Aircraft will design, build and fly two more X2 Technology

aircraft, and offer one of the aircraft to the U.S. Military for flight test and evaluation.

Both prototypes will become the first of an all-new light tactical helicopter category

the Sikorsky S-97 and will carry the designation

S-97 RAideR helicopter.

Sikorsky President Jeff Pino made the announcement

Oct. 20 to reporters at Sikorskys development Flight

Center, West Palm Beach, Fla.

Having proved the X2 Technology design to ourselves,

we have full confidence we can now mature the tech-

nology as we compete for the U.S. Armys light armed

reconnaissance helicopter, said Pino.

Self-funding the design and manufacture of two

S-97 RAideR helicopter prototypes will help military

aviation evaluate the viability of a fast and maneuverable next generation rotorcraft

for a variety of combat missions, said Pino.

in March 2010, Sikorsky submitted an X2 aircraft design to the Armys Armed

Aerial Scout (AAS) program in response

to a request for information. The AAS

program is currently conducting an anal-

ysis of alternatives for the Armys next

armed reconnaissance helicopter.

Sikorsky and select suppliers are

expected to invest an initial $200 million

in the S-97 RAideR program.

To view the video news release

announcing the S-97 RAideR helicopter

program, visit http://www.sikorsky.com/

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R E C O NMaintenance efficiency by Mexico Federal PoliceCH-53K: First airframe assemblySoldiers & Scouts share valuesS-61 helicopters for Department of StateBattle damage

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Like the X2 Technology demonstrator aircraft that unoffically broke

the helicopter speed record on Sept. 15, 2010, the S-97 RAideR helicopter

prototypes will feature twin coaxial counter-rotating main rotors (in

place of one main rotor and a tail rotor) and a pusher propeller.

For the armed reconnaissance mission, the S-97 RAid-

eR helicopter will have space aft of the cockpit for arma-

ment and auxiliary fuel. in an assault configuration, the

cabin will afford space to accommodate up to six troops.

in addition to flying at nearly twice the speed of a

conventional helicopter, the S-97 RAideR prototype

aircraft will incorporate other key performance parameters

critical to combat operations increased maneuverability,

greater endurance, and the ability to operate at high altitudes.

Compared to other light military helicopters, the RAideR prototypes are

expected to significantly reduce turning radius and acoustic noise signature,

while significantly increasing the aircrafts payload, flight endurance and

hot and high hover capability.

These attributes will enable the S-97 RAideR aircraft to meet

or exceed the potential U.S. Army requirements for its next

armed reconnaissance helicopter, said doug Shidler,

Sikorskys Light Tactical Helicopter director.

if selected by the Army, the S-97 RAideR aircraft

design will enable high performance flight operations

in high altitude regions that currently pose challenges

to todays light military helicopters, said Shidler.

The company expects to conduct its first major program

milestone a preliminary design review in 2011. First

flight, projected in four years, could depend in part on the pace of

development and customer need.

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Mexico Federal Police Achieve Operational Success

Just two years after acquiring the first of seven Sikorsky UH-60L BLACK HAWK helicopters, the

Mexico Federal Police (PF) have achieved significant maintenance efficiencies and a corresponding

reduction in aircraft downtime.

Created in 1998 by the merger of other federal police agencies, the PF employs 34,000 officers and

staff who take a leading role in the fight against organized crime, corruption, and drug interdiction

across Mexico.

Knowing operational efficiency and readiness of the BLACK HAWK helicopter fleet to be es-

sential components for agency mission success, the PF contracted with Sikorsky Aerospace Services

to station a field service representative (FSR) in Mexico.

500/1000HourInspectionsFor almost a year leading up to the 500-hour phase inspection of the agencys first aircraft, the FSR

helped the PF maintainers establish maintenance best practices while providing on-the-job training.

The big test came during the summer of 2010.

Using their newly acquired knowledge and organizational proficiencies, the PF mechanics per-

formed the very first 500-hour phase inspection in just 60 days. This impressive timeline enabled the

aircraft to return to service an estimated four months earlier than projected had the team performed

the inspection without guidance.

Besides achieving the 500-hour phase inspection in record time, the PF simultaneously performed

the 1,000-hour, 36-month inspection in advance of the requirement. The action will prevent having

to ground the aircraft a second time in early 2011.

dismantling a helicopter and putting it back together again during a phase inspection often can take

an inexperienced maintenance team six to eight months or longer, a time when the aircraft is out of

service, said Joe Coleman, director, Sikorsky Aerospace Services Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul.

We commend the Mexico Federal Police for its foresight and wisdom to invest in customized

aftermarket care for their aircraft. Careful planning and excellent execution by the mechanics under

the guidance of the field service rep, and pre-ordering of spare parts, enabled the 500 -hour inspection

in less than two months.

PricelessandirreplaceableThe result did not surprise Captain eduardo Laris McGregor, PF Chief Commissioner. As Coor-

dinator of Air Operations, he has seen firsthand how an FSR can add utility and value.

The unique support we received daily from the field service representative and Sikorsky Aerospace

Services is priceless and irreplaceable, said Captain McGregor. Unquestionably, we accomplished

our goals in readiness and logistics quicker and more efficiently than we would have been able to

on our own.

Maintaining a single helicopter or an entire

helicopter fleet can present significant challenges to

a maintenance team charged with ensuring aircraft

readiness.

Thats because new customers may lack the tech-

nical skills and knowledge of best practices to ensure

a smooth-running maintenance operation.

To address this need, Sikorsky Aerospace Services

has built a worldwide network of more than 150

experienced field service representatives (FSRs).

The role of the field service representative is to

make the customer proficient in maintaining the

aircraft, said John Steiner, field service operations

manager at Sikorsky Aerospace Services.

We provide on-the-job training in the areas of

maintenance and operational techniques relevant to

aircraft repair, said Steiner. And we teach proven

best practices that improve aircraft readiness.

An FSR also is frequently called on to:

Guide and instruct in the use of associated special

tools and test equipment

Assist in identifying areas where additional training

may be required

Teach safety precautions

demonstrate best methods for installing modifica-

tions and retrofit kits

Provide technical guidance to resolve difficult or

unusual maintenance issues

exchange customer information back to Sikorsky

engineers in the United States

An FSR can be contracted to provide on-the-

job training to the maintenance team for a specific

period of time.

For more information about the benefits of field

services, contact Sikorsky Aerospace Services at(203) 944-0649.

Aircraft Field Service - Available Worldwide

500-hour phase inspection performed in 60 days

The Blue Hawk helicopters of the Mexico Federal Police owe their name to their distinctive navy blue paint scheme.

The Mexico Federal Police have developed a first-rate maintenance crew for its growing fleet of BLACK HAWK helicopters.

Special Operations Leader Shares Values with Scouts

That was the keynote message Col. Clay Hutmacher, former commander of the 160th

Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), brought to more than 500 Boy and

Girl Scouts and their leaders during the 10th annual Camp Sikorsky, Sept. 24-26, 2010.

Col. Clay Hutmacher stressed the significance that the Army Values concept (Loyalty,

duty, Respect, Service, Honor, integrity, and Personal Courage) plays in his professional

and personal life and the parallel between those ideals and the Scouting values.

He spoke at length about his experiences as a soldier, pilot and leader, including 2,500

flight hours in Sikorsky UH-60 BLACK HAWK aircraft. He also encouraged the Scouts

to focus on their education, excel in their endeavors, and continue to stay involved in

their scouting activities.

Col. Hutmacher is currently a student at the U.S. Army War College in Carlisle

Barracks, Pa. At the conclusion of his speech the scouts gave Col. Hutmacher a standing

ovation.

Camp Sikorsky is an annual community outreach event conducted by Sikorsky

volunteers.

The 78 Boy and Girl Scout Troops who attended this years Camp Sikorsky at the Strat-

ford, Conn., campus travelled from New Jersey, Connecticut, New York, and Massachusetts.

The youth were treated to a tour of the aircraft manufacturing facility, discussions re-

garding ethics and emergency preparedness, and merit badge classes conducted by experts

in the fields of engineering, aviation, electricity, power, computers, crime prevention, fire

safety, and other disciplines.

Col. Clayton Hutmacher greets Capt. Mike Cerneck, Commander, Sikorsky DCMA.

derco Aerospace, inc., a Sikorsky Aerospace Services company, has signed

an agreement with Alliant Techsystems to distribute the AN/AAR-47 Missile

and Laser Warning System, and Roll-on/Roll-off intelligence, Surveillance, and

Reconnaissance (RORO iSR) systems for C-130 aircraft.

With distribution in 15 countries, this new agreement further solidifies dercos

position as a total aftermarket support provider for aircraft operators worldwide.

The AAR-47and RORO iSR systems are designed to be compatible with

C-130 aircraft operating in hostile environments. These systems will help ensure

the safe execution of strategic and humanitarian missions.

We are excited to become ATKs distributor for the AAR-47 and RORO iSR

systems, said Paul Fuhrmann, dercos director of OeM and Repair Solutions.

This agreement further expands our portfolio of mission-specific, high-technology

modifications and upgrades supporting fixed-wing aircraft.

Scouts and soldiers share common values.

Mike Mudd, center, representing Sikorsky Aircraft, accepts a certificate from

Special Operations Warrior Foundation President Col. (Ret) John Carney and

Maj. Gen. (Ret) John McCombs thanking Sikorsky Aircraft for its support.

Since its founding in 1982, the Special Operations Warrior Foundation has

provided for the higher education of hundreds of surviving children of deceased

special operations personnel.

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The Naval Helicopter Association (NHA) held its annual Fleet Fly-in at Naval Air Station

Whiting Field, Fla., October 19-22, 2010.

The event exposes future Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard rotary wing aviators to the

aircraft they will eventually fly upon earning their wings.

Fleet helicopter units fly representative aircraft to Whiting Field to provide the students with

briefings on their respective communities and missions. Helicopter models included UH-1

(USMC), AH-1 (USMC), H-65 (USCG), MH-60R, MH-60S, CH-53, and CH-46.

Short orientation flights enable students to make a more informed choice when the time

comes to request which platform they would prefer to fly in the future.

The event also includes various industry displays where the students have an opportunity

to interact with representatives from the major rotary wing airframe/avionics manufacturers.

The week concludes with a senior officer panel for students and staff to ask questions of the

helicopter community leadership.

Submitted by Greg Hoffman, Government Business DevelopmentNHA Holds its annual Fly-in

(Left to Right): CAPT Doug Tenhoopen (Deputy Commodore HSMWINGLANT), Commodore Carl Bush (Commander HSMWINGLANT), Greg Hoffman, CAPT Clay Conley

Sikorsky Aircraft and Lockheed Martin have launched a joint website

www.mh-60.com to inform international navies interested in acquiring the U.S. Navys MH-60R SeAHAWK helicopter.

The multi-mission aircraft is sold via the U.S. Governments Foreign Military Sales

program.

Website content focuses initially on the MH-60R helicopter, the U.S. Navys newest

and most advanced anti-submarine (ASW) and anti-surface warfare (ASuW) aircraft.

The team will post content about the MH-60S helicopter in 2011.

Sikorsky designs and manufactures the MH-60R (Romeo) and MH-60S (Sierra)

aircraft. MH-60R systems integrator Lockheed Martin also provides the digital cockpit

for both airframes.

Together, the two companies lead a global marketing endeavor. Other team members

include General electric (engines), Raytheon (FLiR and acoustic sensor) and CAe (pilot

training simulators).

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AUSA 2010

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen receives a briefing on the S-97 Raider Light Tactical Helicopter at the Sikorsky booth during the AUSA 2010 Annual Meeting & Exposition, Oct. 25-27, Washington D.C.

Sheikh Majid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, views the UAE SOC BLACK HAWK helicopter on display at the Heli-Show Dubai 2010, 2-4 November. He is accompanied by Joe Gigantelli, Sikorsky vice president for Europe, Middle East, Turkey and Africa.

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GKN Aerospace has completed the first major airframe assembly for the CH-53K Helicopter program the

aft transition section that connects the cabin to the tail pylon.

CH-53K program managers celebrated the sections completion during an August 31, 2010 ceremony at the St.

Louis, Mo-based aerospace manufacturer, noting the assembly was delivered on schedule and conforms to high

quality specifications.

GKN completed the aft transition section as part of a $3 billion System development and demonstration

contract awarded to Sikorsky in April 2006 to develop a next-generation heavy lift helicopter for the U.S. Marine Corps.

The aft transition section and three other assemblies will be matched with parts from other suppliers for delivery

to Sikorskys development Flight Center in West Palm Beach, Fla., where final assembly operations are to begin

in early 2011.

Sikorsky and its major partners will deliver seven prototype aircraft to the CH-53K Helicopter program, along

with spares and test components. The Marine Corps is expected to eventually procure 200 aircraft.

(Pictured left to right):

Mike Ambrose, Sikorsky Vice President of Airframe Design; Paul Guitierrez, Vice President GKN, St. Louis; Mike

Torok, Sikorsky Vice President and Chief Engineer, USMC Programs; Steve Kiosse, CH-53K Subcontractor Manager, Sikorsky; General Spyder Nyland, General USMC retired, GKN SSA Board of Directors; Maj J. Davis, HQMC Heavy

Helicopter Requirements Coordinator; Capt. Rick Muldoon, PMA 261, Program Manager, Heavy Lift; Steve Williams, GKN Program Director; Greg Knapp, NAVAIR PMA-261,

Production IPT Co-lead; John Johnson, Sikorsky CH-53K Program Manager; Mike Wallner, NAVAIR CH-53K Program

Manager Co-lead; and Joe Santiso, Sikorsky CH-53K Airframe Program Manager

Maj. J. Davis, HQMC Heavy Helicopter Requirements Coordinator, during a light-hearted moment at the celebration to accept the first major airframe assembly from Sikorsky subcontractor GKN Aerospace

GKN Aerospace Delivers First MajorCH-53K Helicopter Airframe Assembly

CH-53K Helicopter ground test vehicle delivery celebration at GKN Aerospace marked the on-time completion of the

helicopters aft transition section.

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Sikorsky Aircraft opened a Systems integration Lab (SiL) in October 2010, to

test key systems on the CH-53K helicopter, the U.S. Marine Corps new heavy lift

aircraft program. Five laboratories comprising the 10,000-square-foot SiL will test

avionics, electrical power, electronic flight controls, hydraulic flight controls, and

engine control subsystems.

The SiL is housed within the companys main manufacturing facility at Stratford,

Conn. The SiL provides a simulated flight environment where we can test these key

subsystems individually, and then integrated together, before progressing to a fully

integrated aircraft-representative test configuration, said John Johnson, program

manager for the CH-53K helicopter program.

Testing of key subsystems will reduce the number of required flight test hours,

resulting in significant time and cost savings to the customer. The integrated experi-

ence, which closely resembles the actual aircraft, will allow a pilot to fly simulated

missions that evaluate qualitative performance, such as pilot workload and warning

annunciations.

Mike Torok, Sikorsky vice president and chief engineer for USMC programs, said:

This new lab is the product of lessons learned from other major Sikorsky integrated

lab programs. it enables new levels of integration testing across multiple aircraft

systems to ensure functionality is proven before we ever get to the aircraft and that

will yield a successful flight test program in the future.

Sikorsky Aerospace Services recently announced the signing of a Basic Ordering

Agreement (BOA) with the Royal Jordanian Air Force (RJAF).

At an estimated value of $8 million, this one-year agreement will support the

RJAF fleet of 13 S-70A BLACK HAWK helicopters.

This contract allows the Royal Jordanian Air Force the flexibility to streamline

procurement of parts and services for optimum fleet maintenance. SAS remains

fully committed to deliver best-in-class aftermarket support to our worldwide

customers, said david Adler, president of Sikorsky Aerospace Services.

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Sikorsky aerospace Services Announces Signing of Basic Ordering Agreement withRoyal Jordanian air Force

Sikorsky Aerospace Services has awarded a $10,000 scholarship to del Mar

College in Corpus Christi, Tex.

The scholarship provides financial assistance to local students attending the

community college, which supplies local talent in production and logistics

management and aviation maintenance to the Corpus Christi Army depot.

The funds have a huge impact for those who are struggling during the eco-

nomic crisis, said Betsy OLavin, del Mar Colleges business department

co-chair. Our students take immense pride in the opportunity to serve their

community and country.

The scholarship marks the 5th year Sikorsky Aerospace Services has supported

the community college.

SaS awards Scholarshipfor aviation Maintenance

1108th aVCRad Family day for Soldiers & Their Families

The 1108th Aviation Classification Repair Activity depot

(AVCRAd) of Gulfport, Miss., held their annual Family day Picnic

at the Kessler AFB on September 12.

Greg Waters, Sikorsky Aerospace Services field service representa-

tive supporting the BLACK HAWK platform for the Mississippi

National Guard, presented a donation of $500 on behalf of Sikorsky

Aerospace Services.

SAS contribution, along with various other corporate sponsorships,

helped cover the cost of food and beverages for more than 300 soldiers,

their families and contractors who attended the successful event.

F Company ActivatesLt. Col. Tom Mcleary, Battalion Commander for 5-159th Aviation poses with his

soldiers and Sikorsky Aircrafts Mike Mudd at the activation ceremony for F Company,

5-159th, Aviation Support Facility, Clearwater, Fla.

F Company operates six HH-60 L BLACK HAWK helicopters for battlefield MedeVAC

missions. The company expects to deploy to Afghanistan in mid-2011.

Sikorsky Aerospace Services recently announced an order for two upgraded

S-61 utility helicopters for use by the U.S. State department. The order brings

the total number purchased in 2010 to 17 aircraft.

The aircraft are part of a five-year indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity

(idiQ) contract with the U.S. State department for up to 110 upgraded S-61

aircraft in support of passenger and cargo transport operations worldwide.

The idiQ contracting vehicle enables any U.S. Government agency to

purchase upgraded S-61 aircraft at an affordable price, with the additional

assurance of economical operation and intrinsic resale value.

The S-61 has been a successful multi-mission helicopter with U.S. and

foreign allied militaries for more than 50 years.

The upgraded helicopter includes a full array of system upgrades for enhanced

mission performance, including composite main rotor blades for improved

functionality in hot/high conditions, and systems to reduce pilot fatigue and

improve maintenance requirements.

U.S. department of State Orders Two More Upgraded S-61 Helicopters

A Colombian Army UH-60L BLACK HAWK helicopter that sustained significant

battle damage to its right horizontal stabilator, rear pylon and tail rotor blades, was

able to take off and fly to safety with its crew.

The enemy fire incident occurred during the spring of 2010 when the Army supply

helicopter landed in a jungle area where there was a known presence of armed guerillas.

Colombian soldiers were unloading provisions when an explosion caused the

aircraft to shake violently. To avoid further enemy fire, the pilot took off immediately.

Once airborne, a Colombian Air Force BLACK HAWK helicopter escorting

the Army aircraft informed the Army pilot his aircraft had lost a section of its right

horizontal stabilator.

during the 15-minute flight with the damaged stabilator, the aircraft experienced

small pitching movements. The Army pilot continued flying away from the hostile

area to look for a safe landing location.

Once landed, the crew confirmed the loss of 40 percent of the right side stabilator

surface, and major damage to the tail pylon. Flying debris from the explosion also

caused structural damage to both the tail and main rotor blades while they were

turning, and to the cover of the tail rotor servo. A maintenance crew was deployed

to the landing zone to perform temporary repairs.

The aircraft then flew for 2.5 hours back to the Tolemaida Air base where it was

fully repaired and returned to operational status in two weeks.

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BATTLE DAMAgE Colombian BlACK HAWK Helicopter Flies with Damaged Stabilator

This document contains forward-looking statements concerning future business opportunities. Actual results may differ materially from those projected as a result of certain risks and uncertainties, includ-ing but not limited to changes in government procurement priorities and practices or in the number of aircraft to be built; challenges in the design, development, production and support of advanced tech-nologies; as well as other risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to those detailed from time to time in United Technologies Corporations Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

Racing against a Bell 407 helicopter, Octo-

ber 20, 2010, at Sikorskys development

Flight Center, West Palm Beach, Fla., the

X2 Technology demonstrator accelerates

to high speed while maintaining a level

body attitude.

The X2 Technology design uses twin co-axial

counter-rotating main rotors to maintain forward flight, and

a pusher propeller for acceleration/deceleration.

Level Flight

A Colombian Army BLACK HAWK helicopter experienced small pitching movements during a 15-minute flight with a battle damaged right horizontal stabilator. The aircraft took off and landed safely in its damaged condition.

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The caption to the Parting Shot image in our Q3 2010 issue mistakenly identi-fied the aircraft and service. The image actually shows a MH-53E helicopter with the Mighty BlACk HAwkSof Navy Squadron HM-15.

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