Erickson Incorporated, a worldwide renowned 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.
S-64 Air Crane helicopters delivery
Korea Forest Service (KFS) purchased another S-64 Air Crane helicopter, which will add the K9 S-64 to their fleet. Recently, Erickson announced the delivery of K7 and K8 S-64 Air Crane helicopters to the KFS. With the delivery of K9 set for 2020, this will bring the Korean Forest Service’s operational aircraft fleet to seven S-64 Air Crane 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 aircrafts will support VVF for firefighting and multi-mission emergency response support in Europe. These orders signal continued demand for the S-64 Air Crane helicopters around the world.
Forestry defense and emergency response aircraft
Justin Saxbury, Senior Sales Director of Aerosystems at Erickson Incorporated said “The recent acquisitions of the KFS and VVF reaffirm the S-64 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.”