Country for PR: United States
Contributor: PR Newswire New York
Saturday, January 11 2020 - 11:05
AsiaNet
Erickson Generates Global Demand for The S-64 Air Crane
PORTLAND, Ore., Jan. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire-AsiaNet/--

-- The Toughest Jobs Calls for The Toughest Aircraft 

Erickson Incorporated, a worldwide leading operator, maintainer, and 
manufacturer of utility aircraft, announces new aircraft orders to be delivered 
in 2020 and 2021, demonstrating further commitment by global customers to the 
platform.  

Logo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1020468/Erickson_Logo.jpg

Korea Forest Service (KFS) purchased another S-64 Air Crane(R) helicopter, 
which will add the K9 S-64 to their fleet. Recently, Erickson announced the 
delivery of K7 and K8 S-64 Air Crane(R) helicopters to KFS. With the delivery 
of K9 set for 2020, this will bring KFS operational aircraft to seven S-64 Air 
Crane(R) helicopters in South Korea.  

In addition, Vigili del Fuoco (VVF), Italy, announced two S-64 aircraft sales. 
Erickson plans to deliver one S-64F in 2020 and the second to be delivered in 
2021. Both aircraft will support VVF for firefighting and multi-mission 
emergency response support in Europe.  

These orders signal continued demand for the S-64 around the world.  

"The recent acquisitions of KFS and VVF reaffirms the S-64 Air Crane(R) as the 
premier forestry defense and emergency response resource. The consistent 
investment in product improvement and innovation has promoted customer 
confidence; we are thrilled to continue our partnership in supporting their 
critical missions." - Justin Saxbury, Senior Sales Director of Aerosystems 

                      We Are Erickson. Tested & Trusted.  

About Erickson
Erickson is a leading global provider of aviation services specializing in 
defense and national security, manufacturing, Maintenance Repair and Overhaul 
(MRO), and Civil services. Erickson Manufacturing and MRO services include 
manufacturing the S-64 Air Crane(R) helicopter as the original equipment 
manufacturer (OEM) as well as manufacturing key aerospace parts for aerospace 
OEMs.  Commercial aerial services include the operation of 20 Erickson owned 
and operated S-64 Air Crane(R) helicopters to perform firefighting, powerline 
construction, timber harvesting, HVAC, and specialized heavy lift for oil and 
gas. Founded in 1971, Erickson is headquartered in Portland, Oregon, USA, and 
maintains operations in North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East, 
Africa, Asia Pacific, and Australia.  

For more information on our products and services, visit: ericksoninc.com. 

SOURCE:  Erickson Incorporated

CONTACT: pr@ericksoninc.com,
         Phone: +1-503-505-5801
Translations

Japanese