--From Legacy to Legendary

Erickson Incorporated, a worldwide leading operator, maintainer, and 
manufacturer of utility aircraft, has announced final FAA certification for the 
composite main rotor blades on the S-64F and CH-54B. 

Earlier this year, Erickson announced FAA approval of the S-64E model. This 
recent announcement finalizes the certification of the S-64F and CH-54B, 
solidifying FAA certification for the entire fleet of S-64 Air Crane(R) E & F 
models, as well as the CH-54 Skycrane A & B models. The advanced design of the 
blades provides a significant performance advantage, especially at hot and high 
conditions. 

This Certification brings considerable advantages, such as:

    --  Performance gains 
    --  Fuel savings 
    --  Reduced vibration, meaning reduced wear and fatigue on the entire 
        aircraft 
    --  Blade interchangeability with the E/A models

"It was quite difficult, but extremely satisfying to see this project through 
to completion. There are a lot of blood sweat and tears in those blades." -- 
Billy Johnson, Chief Engineer at Erickson Incorporated

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

We Are Erickson. Tested and Trusted(R).

SOURCE: Erickson Incorporated 

CONTACT: pr@ericksoninc.com, Phone: +1 503.505.5801