Vector Aerospace re-certified by Sikorsky

Sept. 3, 2013
Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services Inc. has been recertified as a Sikorsky authorized S-76® and S-61™ Overhaul and Repair Center, and as a Sikorsky authorized Customer Support Center for the Sikorsky S-76® helicopter.

Richmond, B.C. – Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services Inc., a global independent provider of aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) has recently been recertified as a Sikorsky authorized S-76® and S-61 Overhaul and Repair Center, and as a Sikorsky authorized Customer Support Center for the Sikorsky S-76® helicopter.

With the re-certification, Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services Inc. will continue to provide operators of Sikorsky helicopters with scheduled maintenance for the S-76 aircraft and repair, major overhaul and testing of certain components of the S-76 and S-61 aircraft. Recognized as a leading provider of aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, Vector and its predecessors have extensive experience with Sikorsky Aircraft and its products that spans over 50 years.  

“HSNA has made significant investments over the years to our test facilities, inventory, tooling, and training to provide superior levels of service for Sikorsky aircraft,” said Paul Cockell, President, Helicopter Services North America.  “It is a pleasure to continue this well-established working relationship with Sikorsky.  We look forward to many more years overhauling, maintaining and repairing S-76 and S-61 aircraft.”

“We welcome the opportunity to strengthen our relationship with a quality aviation specialist like Vector Aerospace. This re-certification is pivotal for enhancing our support capabilities in the region,” said Steve Bohlman, Director of Global Service and Support for Sikorsky Aerospace Services.

About Sikorsky Aerospace Services

Sikorsky Aerospace Services, a Sikorsky company, provides comprehensive support to rotary and fixed wing operators around the world. It offers its military and commercial customers a full portfolio of support services, including material distribution, maintenance, overhaul & repair, aircraft modifications and life-cycle support. Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., based in Stratford, Conn., is a world leader in helicopter design, manufacture and service. It is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp., which is based in Hartford, Conn., and provides a broad range of high technology products and support services to the aerospace and building systems industries worldwide. www.sikorsky.com

About Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services Inc.
Vector Aerospace is a global provider of aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services. Through facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Australia, South Africa, and Kenya Vector Aerospace provides services to commercial and military customers for gas turbine engines, components and helicopter airframes. Vector’s customer-focused team includes over 2,700 motivated employees.