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News http://russianhelicopters.aero Thu, 23 Feb 2012 15:01:35 +0400 60 Aviall, Helicopter Service Company Sign Agreement to Support Rolls-Royce M250 Powered Helicopters in Russia http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2830.html

<p align="justify"><b>Dallas, TX, February 13, 2012</b> -- Aviall Services, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, and Helicopter Service Company, JSC (HSC) of Moscow, Russia, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Russian Helicopters, JSC (Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom), have signed an agreement to support helicopters powered by Rolls-Royce M250 engines.</p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify">According to the agreement, HSC will purchase material for Rolls-Royce M250 engines and other helicopter-related parts directly from Aviall. HSC operates the first and only M250 authorized support center in Russia.</p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify">“Aviall is proud to expand its support for the Rolls-Royce M250 engine,” said Terry Scott, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing at Aviall. “This agreement enables HSC to purchase material directly from Aviall for this line of engines. Aviall is also pleased to assist HSC in its mission as to help customers maintain their helicopter fleets.”</p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify">Helicopter Service Company was founded in 2006 to establish a modern system of integrated logistics support for Russian helicopter manufacturers and operators. HSC now supplies parts and technical materials for customers in approximately 25 countries, including the U.S.</p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify">“By signing this agreement with Aviall, HSC will provide light-class Ka-226 customers with Rolls-Royce M250 materials support,” said Arthur Shtankov, Helicopter Service Company COO. “It is crucial for HSC to develop this relationship with Aviall, opening new possibilities for Russian helicopter fleet operators.”</p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify">From its headquarters in Dallas and 40 global customer service centers, Aviall provides aftermarket supply chain management services for the aerospace and defense industries. Aviall markets and distributes products for more than 240 manufacturers and lists over two million catalog items.</p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify">The Rolls-Royce M250 engine is the leading powerplant in its class worldwide. This fleet has accrued more than 210 million flight hours on more than 30,000 engines, including over 100 M250-powered helicopters currently in Russia - mostly biturbine coaxial light multipurpose Ka-226. The M250 market is supported by a global authorized repair and overhaul network.</p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify"><b><u>About Aviall</u></b></p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify">Aviall, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Aviall is one of the world’s largest providers of new aviation parts and related aftermarket services for the aerospace and defense industries. Aviall markets and distributes products for more than 240 manufacturers and offers approximately 2,000,000 catalog items from 40 customer service centers in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Aviall also provides maintenance for aviation batteries and wheels and brakes, as well as hose assembly, kitting and paint-mixing services. The company offers a complete set of supply chain and logistics services, including order processing, stocking and fulfillment, automated inventory management and reverse logistics to OEMs and customers.</p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify">Contact: Stephanie Miller</p> <p align="justify">Boeing Commercial Airplanes</p> <p align="justify">Phone: 206-544-1928 (W), 206-619-7280 (c)</p> <p align="justify">E-mail: Stephanie.a.miller3@boeing.com</p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify"><b><u>About HSC</u></b></p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify">Helicopter Service Company, JSC, a subsidiary of Russian Helicopters, JSC, is creating a modern multi-level aftersales network for Russian-made helicopters, which includes the set up of MRO centres in Russia and foreign countries. The company is also engaged in the supply of aviation goods, materials, services, and vendor items to operators of Russian-made helicopters. The company has a diverse cooperation network, working with Russian companies and such countries as Algeria, Brazil, Greece, Egypt, Spain, India, Canada, South Korea, Lithuania, the United Arab Emirates, Peru, Portugal, Slovakia, the USA, Ukraine, Croatia, Chile, Ecuador, the Republic of South Africa and Japan. Helicopter service company offers Russian-made helicopter operators the entire range of aftersales service and support. For more information, please visit www.hsc-copter.com/en/.</p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify">Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2010 its IFRS revenues reached $2.2 billion, and deliveries reached 214 units. At the end of 2011 the Russian Helicopters business was estimated at $3.9 billion. For more information, please visit www.russianhelicopters.aero.</p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify">UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. It is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company). For more information, please visit www.oboronprom.ru.”</p> <p> </p>

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters Display Mi-171A2 in the USA as Follow-Up to Bestselling Mi-8/17 http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2825.html

<p align="justify"><b>Dallas, TX, USA/12 February 2012 </b>– Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of Russian industry giant Oboronprom, presented its Mi-171A2 model at HeliExpo 2012 in Dallas, TX. The helicopter was displayed at booth number 3422. This is a heavily modernised and revamped version of the <u>Mi-8/17,</u> the Russian bestseller that ranks among the most popular helicopters in the world. </p> <p align="justify">“Russian Helicopters have become a permanent exhibitor at HeliExpo, one of the best platforms in the world for demonstrating new models and sharing industry achievements,” <b>Russian Helicopters CEO Dmitry Petrov </b>said. “We have decided to showcase the new Mi-171A2 in the USA in addition to the Ka-32A11BC that is already known in North America. I am confident that the Mi-171A2 will help Russia retain its leadership<a name="_ftnref1" href="#_ftn1" >[1]</a> in the medium helicopter class, offering current and future customers all over the world unsurpassed performance, reliability, and safety that are the traditional advantages of rotorcraft of Russian make.”</p> <p align="justify">The Mi-171A2 will benefit from new engines with more output that will improve its flight range and load-carrying capacity. A new rotor system based on composite blades, an enhanced transmission, and an X-shaped tail rotor will be the main differences of the modernised machine that is set to become one of the key products of Russian Helicopters in the medium class. </p> <p align="justify">An integrated avionics suite and a glass cockpit will ensure a more informative environment for pilots. Flight data presented in a clear and concise fashion on large displays will improve flight safety and reduce pilot fatigue. </p> <p align="justify">Mi-171A2 customers will benefit from over 100 advancements that improve the performance of the helicopter, make operations more effective, and reduce the cost per flight hour, to the benefit of any helicopter business. </p> <p align="justify">Commercial and state operators of Mi-8/17 worldwide were invited to jointly work out requirements to a new model. Eventually the helicopter should replace the wide variety of Mi-8/17 models, becoming a single modern choice for global operations. Serial certified Mi-171A2 are slotted for first deliveries in 2014. The Mi-171A2 will be certified under AR IAC norms and similar norms in other regions and countries worldwide.</p> <p align="justify">The Mi-171A2 is under development by Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, a subsidiary of Russian Helicopters. The new model is based on the Mi-171A1 – one of the most advanced modifications in terms of safety in the Mi-8/17 family – produced by Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant and certified by AR IAC and the Brazilian aviation authorities.</p> <p align="justify"><b> </b></p> <p align="center"><b>* * *</b></p> <p align="justify"><b><i> </i></b></p> <p align="justify"><b><i> </i></b></p> <p align="justify"><b><i>Mi-171A2</i></b><i> is a prospective helicopter based on the Mi-171A1 produced by Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant (UUAP). The helicopter will benefit from new engines and transmission, a new rotor system, a modernised integrated avionics suite, better technical and operational characteristics, a new operations and maintenance system. The helicopter is intended for certification under AP-29 norms. Russian Helicopters are managing the project to develop and produce the Mi-171A2. Design and engineering is the responsibility of Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant. According to preliminary schedule mass production of the new model at Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant is scheduled for 2014.</i></p> <p align="justify"><i> </i></p> <p align="justify"><b><i>Russian Helicopters, JSC</i></b><i> is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2010 its IFRS revenues reached $2.2 billion, and deliveries reached 214 units. At the end of 2011 the Russian Helicopters business was estimated at $3.9 billion. </i></p> <p align="justify"><i> </i></p> <p align="justify"><b><i>Partners of Russian Helicopters:</i></b><i> AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); R.E.T. Kronshtadt (aviation training systems, navigation and avionics); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components, as well as gearboxes).</i></p> <p align="justify"><i> </i></p> <p align="justify"><b><i>UIC Oboronprom, JSC</i></b><i> is a multi-profile industrial group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company). </i></p> <p><i> </i></p> <div> <br clear="all" /> <hr align="left" width="33%" size="1" /> <div id="ftn1"> <p><a name="_ftn1" href="#_ftnref1" >[1]</a> Over 12000 Mi-8/17 helicopters have been produced.</p> </div> </div>

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Regarding Xinhua (PRC) publication on creation of joint Russian-Chinese venture to build Mi-2 helicopters http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2820.html

<p>On Monday, 6 February 2012, Russian and international media published information regarding the creation of a joint Russian-Chinese venture to build Mi-2 helicopters. People’s Republic of China official mouthpiece Xinhua was cited as the source.</p> <p>In this respect, Russian Helicopters underlines that neither Rostvertol, a subsidiary of the company and the purported partner in this joint venture, nor Russian Helicopters, including any subsidiaries, are taking part in any joint projects in China to build or assemble light helicopters, or any similar projects connected with Mi-2 helicopters.</p> <p>The Mi-2 is not in production by Russian Helicopters and is not included in the modern lineup. There are no plans to jointly manufacture these machines in any foreign state.</p> <p>It is important to note that China and customers from China remain traditional partners of Russian Helicopters: the company has fulfilled and is continuing deliveries under many contracts, covering helicopters of various classes and mission profiles.</p> <p>In October 2011 Russian Helicopters and the Chief Administration for the social security of Ordos City (China, Inner Mongolia) signed a contract for the delivery of a civil all-weather coaxial Ka-32A11BC utility helicopter in its firefighting variant. The helicopter is equipped with the Simplex firefighting system, horizontal water cannon, and VSU-5 water-dumping system. Russian Helicopters won the tender for a firefighting helicopter in August 2011. The delivery to the Chief Administration for the social security of Ordos City is planned for September 2012.</p> <p>Earlier, in September 2011, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant (UUAP), completed delivery of 32 Mi-171E helicopters to the Peoples Republic of China. The contract for the delivery of Mi-171E civil transport helicopters was signed by Russian Helicopters in December 2009. 8 batches consisting of 4 units each were delivered to the customer during 2010-2011. In accordance with the agreement all helicopters were flown directly from the manufacturer's base at Ulan-Ude to Khailar, China. This solution allowed to cut transportation costs and check the helicopter performance in actual practice. Mi-8/17 helicopters have been very successful in China, performing a wide range of missions. They are indispensable for cargo transportation, geologic exploration, patrolling and firefighting, and offshore transportation.</p> <br /> <div align="center">* * * <br /> </div> <br /> <i><b>Russian Helicopters, JSC</b> is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2010 its IFRS revenues reached $2.2 billion, and deliveries reached 214 units. At the end of 2011 the Russian Helicopters business was estimated at $3.9 billion. <br /> <br /> <b>Partners of Russian Helicopters: </b>AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); R.E.T. Kronshtadt (aviation training systems, navigation and avionics); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components, as well as gearboxes). <br /> <br /> <b>UIC Oboronprom, JSC</b> is a multi-profile industrial group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).</i> <br /> <br />

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters Open Representative Office in Vietnam http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2373.html

<p align="justify"><b>Hanoi, Vietnam / 7 December 2011 </b>– Russian Helicopters industrial holding company, a subsidiary of United Industrial Corporation Oboronprom, have opened a representative office in the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. One of the main goals of this opening is to gain access to broader markets, search for new partners and new cooperation modes in Southeast Asia and Australia.</p> <p align="justify">As one of the rapidly developing countries of the region and a long-time partner of Russia, Vietnam is an important aviation market for the holding company and a firm foothold for further development of business and the popularisation of Russian rotorcraft in Southeast Asia.</p> <p align="justify">The first and foremost tasks of the Vietnamese representative office are to support Russian Helicopters activities in the region and to promote helicopters and parts delivery, leasing, and maintenance services to the regional and international markets.</p> <p align="justify">“Southeast Asia and Vietnam in particular are traditional buyers of Russian rotorcraft. We are constantly in touch with partners in this region, and this is one of the key directions of the Russian Helicopters marketing strategy. By opening a representative office in Hanoi we will be able to establish an aftersale support system for rotorcraft of Russian make that will be very accessible and comfortable for operators in this region. I am confident that this step will lead us and our local partners to a new level of cooperation,” <b>Russian Helicopters CEO, Dmitry Petrov</b>, said.</p> <p align="justify">It is noteworthy that Russian Helicopters has been proceeding with its programme to create a global support network based on certified MRO centres and joint ventures across the world. The holding company supports rotorcraft throughout its entire lifecycle, from customer delivery to scrapping. New centres are being established and existing ones are undergoing certification in various regions around the world. </p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify">Over 300 Mil and Kamov (“Mi” and “Ka” branded) helicopters are operated today in Southeast Asia and Australia. The fleet of the Republic of Vietnam numbers over 60 rotorcraft, constituting about 50% of the total civil helicopter fleet and up to 90% in the military segment. These include various modifications of civil helicopters, such as the Mi-8/17, Ka-32, and the military Mi-24 and Ka-28.</p> <p align="justify">The Russian Helicopters representative office in Vietnam is situated at: 8<sup>th</sup> floor, VIT Tower, 519 Kim Ma Street, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi. Phone: + 84 123 526 8947.</p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify"><b><i>Russian Helicopters, JSC</i></b><i> is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM and Helicopter Service Company. </i></p> <p align="justify"><i> </i></p> <p align="justify"><b><i>Partners of Russian Helicopters:</i></b><i> AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components and reductors).</i></p> <p align="justify"><i> </i></p> <p align="justify"><b><i>UIC Oboronprom, JSC</i></b><i> is a multi-profile industrial group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company). </i></p>

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Ka-32A11BC Certificated in Brazil http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2337.html

<p align="justify"><b>Sao Paolo</b><b>, Barsil</b><b>/ </b><b>5</b><b>December 2011 </b>– The Russian multi-role coaxial Ka-32A11BC helicopter was today granted a type certificate in Brazil. The certificate will allow the Ka-32A11BC operate on the Brazilian civil aviation market and perform firefighting, search and rescue, load-carrying missions, as well as handling special construction tasks in places inaccessible to traditional transport.</p> <p align="justify">It is worth mentioning that in December 2010 Russian Helicopters industrial holding company, a subsidiary of United Industrial Corporation Oboronprom, JSC, signed a contract for the delivery of the multi-role Ka-32A11BC helicopter to Brazilian rotorcraft operator Helipark Taxi Aereo. Delivery is slotted for 2012. This machine will be used for commercial transportation of industrial cargo on an external sling. </p> <p align="justify">The acquisition of the Ka-32A11BC was the first move by Helipark Taxi Aereo to diversify is rotorcraft fleet and the first order for this particular model from Brazilian rotorcraft operators. </p> <p align="justify">The company may consider making more orders for this Russian model in the future. In this case, Russian Helicopters and Helipark Taxi Aereo may review the possibility of creating a joint Russian-Brazilian support and training centre to take care of Ka-32A11BC helicopters operated in the region.</p> <p align="justify">Earlier on, in November 2010, local company Atlas Taxi Aereo purchased two Mi-171A1 transport helicopters of Russian make, also having a Brazilian type certificate.</p> <p align="justify">Certification of the Ka-32A11BC in Brazil was in accordance with the outlined manufacturing and delivery plan of the helicopter and became an important milestone in performing this contract. </p> <p align="justify">Today the Ka-32A11BC is certificated in major regions of the world, in North and South America, Europe, and Asia. For instance, in 2011 the helicopter received type certificates in Brazil and India, while European certification was achieved in 2009 (EASA type certificate EASA.IM.R.133). In 2008 the Ка-32А11ВС was certificated in China, Indonesia, and South Korea. In 2007 it received the Chilean certificate, and the Mexican one came as early as 2005. In 2006, the helicopter was awarded a supplement to the airworthiness certificate in Canada. which allowed it to carry corporate passengers (the Canadian certificate itself was issued back in 1998).</p> <p align="justify">Ka-32 helicopters of various modifications are successfully operated in Spain, Portugal, Columbia, Switzerland, Canada, South Korea, Taiwan, Japan, China, and other countries. They are also operated by foreign companies under lease agreements in Brazil and Chile.</p> <p align="justify">The Ка-32А11ВС is a multi-role variant of the Ка-32А. The helicopter is unique in its capability of carrying loads on an external sling and as a “flying crane” for the erection of tall structures. The coaxial rotors of the Ka-32A11BC have a number of advantages in hover accuracy and manoeuvrability, allowing it to perform complex installation and construction tasks. The Ka-32A11BC can be employed in a wide variety of tasks, including horizontal firefighting using a water cannon. <br /> </p> <p align="center"><img src="/ru/press/news/Ka-32A11BC_Brasil_cert.jpg" border="0" width="361" height="240" /></p> <p align="justify">The Ка-32А11ВС was designed by the Kamov design bureau, a part of the Russian Helicopters industry holding. Mass production is based at the aviation plant in Kumertau. Over 140 have been built, and about half of these is in operation in over 30 countries worldwide.</p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="center">* * *</p> <p align="justify"> </p> <p align="justify"><b><i>Russian Helicopters, JSC</i></b><i> is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM and Helicopter Service Company. </i></p> <p align="justify"><i> </i></p> <p align="justify"><b><i>Partners of Russian Helicopters:</i></b><i> AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components and reductors).</i></p> <p align="justify"><i> </i></p> <p align="justify"><b><i>UIC Oboronprom, JSC</i></b><i> is a multi-profile industrial group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company). </i></p>

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0400 New Russian Rotorcraft Created to Ensure Security at Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2058.html

<p align="left"><b>Sochi, Russia / 29 November 2011 </b>– New medevac, rescue, and firefighting rotorcraft of Russian make, built by enterprises of the Russian Helicopters holding company, a subsidiary of United Industrial Corporation Oboronprom, may take part in ensuring and enforcing security at the Winter Olympics in Russian seaside resort Sochi in 2014.</p> <p align="left">Such a conclusion was made after the Russian EMERCOM completed research training in November 2011 in Sochi, in the vicinity of Mamay tunnel and River Mzymta, while preparing for the 2014 Winter Olympics.</p> <p align="left">The rescuers worked on the prevention and possible ways of overcoming the aftermath of hypothetical natural and man-made emergencies during mass events at various Olympics facilities.</p> <p align="left">An experimental prototype of the new light multi-role Ka-226T took part in the training. It was developed by Kamov design bureau, a subsidiary of Russian Helicopters. The prototype was employed in flyover monitoring in training areas near River Mzymta and Mamay tunnel for the first time. Thanks to its advanced design and compact coaxial rotors, the helicopter could land on a limited area (about 20 square metres) near a motorway tunnel and evacuated a nominal injured transported on a stretcher. Evacuation was after full touch-down, with engines running. </p> <p align="left">The absence of a tail rotor on the Ka-226T makes this model extremely apt and safe for evacuation, especially of people on stretchers who cannot get on the helicopter themselves. </p> <p align="left">The evacuation of the nominal injured went extremely well. The helicopter demonstrated its brilliant capabilities in training and sparked an interest among Russian EMERCOM specialists.</p> <p align="left">Other rotorcraft of Russian make took part in training apart from the Ka-226T. The new EMERCOM search and rescue helicopter Ka-32A11BC carried out an evacuation of nominal injured in hover mode – under the training legend they had been trapped by a sill flow in the vicinity of River Mzymta.</p> <p align="left"><img src="/ru/press/news/_IMG_4268.jpg" border="0" width="244" height="366" /></p> <p align="left">As of today, helicopters of Russian make, namely the Mi-8/17 and the Ka-32A11BC perform firefighting, medevac, and rescue operations for the Russian EMERCOM, and also take part in erecting key infrastructure for sports facilities in Sochi, as well as performing construction and installation jobs. Medium and heavy models of Russian rotorcraft are used to build major facilities, erect high-voltage power lines, install complex structures atop tall buildings and in mountainous areas. <br /> </p> <p align="left">The Ka-226T is the newest coaxial-rotor helicopter, equipped with two Arrius 2G turboshaft engines built by the French company Turbomeca, as well as the Russian VR-226N reduction-drive gearbox. As of today, this is the first time an Arrius 2G engine was installed on a coaxial helicopter. The solution ensures unprecedented flight safety of the machine: even with one engine it has the necessary maneuver output (750 hp). Modern power trains alongside the special crash-proof fuel system and shock-absorbing chairs make this helicopter one of the most eco-friendly and safe choices in its class.</p> <p align="left" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/ru/press/news/_IMG_3325.jpg" border="0" width="300" height="200" /></p> <p align="left">The outstanding qualities of the Ka-226T rotor system, altitude, and maneuverability were proved during flight tests. One of the most important achievements of the Ka-226T, making it stand out from the competitors, is the practical ceiling of 7300 metres. The outstanding characteristics of the Ka-226T have also been a winning quality in mountainous regions and high-temperature climates, over sea and in highly congested cities, notwithstanding strong winds. <br /> </p> <p align="left" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/ru/press/news/_IMG_3417.jpg" border="0" width="300" height="201" /></p> <p align="left">The rotorcraft does not demand hangar storage and is capable of working day and night in adverse weather, under varying winds and in temperatures from -50° to +50°С and 0—100% humidity. Landing gear design is allows landing on unprepared runways and operations from hard top helipads, including oil and gas rigs, as well as loose soil with densities down to 4 kgs/km². </p> <p align="left">The Ka-226T was developed by Kamov, JSC, and is now manufactured by Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise (a subsidiary of Russian Helicopters). The helicopter has a MTOW of 4 tons with a useful load of 1.45 tons. The maximum speed is 230 km/h, and up to nine people, including two pilots, can be accommodated on board. </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">Varying cabin modules of the Ka-226T make one helicopter useful for various missions, including cargo and passenger transportation, patrol, construction, loading-unloading, as well as medevac and firefighting, search and rescue and evacuation operations.</p> <p align="left"> <br /> </p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="left">* * *</p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Russian Helicopters, JSC</b> is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM and Helicopter Service Company. </font></p> <p align="left"><font size="1"> </font></p> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Partners of Russian Helicopters:</b> AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components and reductors).</font></p> <p align="left"><font size="1"> </font></p> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>UIC Oboronprom, JSC</b> is a multi-profile industrial group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company). </font></p>

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0400 China Starts Buying Firefighting Ka-32A11BC Rotorcraft http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/1866.html

<p align="left">Ordos, PRC/24 October 2011 – Russian Helicopters holding company, a part of United Industrial Corporation Oboronprom, and the Chief Administration for the social security of Ordos City (China, Inner Mongolia) have signed a contract for the delivery of a civil all-weather multi-role coaxial Ka-32A11BC helicopter in its firefighting variant. The helicopter is equipped with the Simplex firefighting system, horizontal water cannon, and VSU-5 water-dumping system. </p> <p align="left">Russian Helicopters won the tender for a firefighting helicopter in August 2011. The delivery to the Chief Administration for the social security of Ordos City is planned for September 2012. </p> <p align="left" style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://rus-helicopters.ru/en/gallery/photo/index.php?PAGE_NAME=detail_slide_show&SECTION_ID=311&ELEMENT_ID=1965" ><img src="/ru/press/news/ka_32a11bc_hover_preview.jpg" border="0" width="450" height="297" /></a></p> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"> <br /> </font></p> <p align="left">A combination of outstanding operational characteristics inherent in the design of the Ka-32A11BC makes it a solid performer in firefighting, this fact being confirmed by efficient operations experience in Russian EMERCOM divisions, as well as rescue services in Spain, Portugal, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Greece, and South Korea. </p> <p align="left">The Ka-32A11BC is easy to control and very precise in its movements due to its coaxial rotors. No tail rotor and a tail boom shortened to rotor diameter helps to manoeuvre near obstacles and achieve extreme hover accuracy even when working in the zone of fire and in unstable atmosphere. High power capacity allows for the transportation of up to 5 tons of water. </p> <p align="left">The helicopter can work for prolonged periods in high smoke and dust congestion. The Ka-32A11BC can fight fires on oil-loading tankers and containers, facilities of fuel, chemical, and oil refinery enterprises, in oil and gas rigging areas, and top floors and roofs of high-rise buildings. The helicopter can also be used to create shelter belts in forest fires. </p> <p align="left">A wide range of additional specialised equipment is available for the firefighting Ka-32A11BC: a horizontal water cannon, hang-on water tanks (Bambi Bucket, Simplex firefighting systems), water-dumping systems such as VSU-5. </p> <p align="left">The Russian Ka-32A11BC is certified in China; it has received airworthiness certificates in the world’s largest regions – in America, Asia, and Europe. Today Ka-32 helicopters of various modifications are successfully operated in Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, Canada, South Korea, Taiwan, Japan, China, and other countries. In South Korea the fleet of Ka-32s exceeds 60 – these helicopters are top scorers in firefighting with the Forestry Service, and in the Coast Guard. </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">One Ka-32A11BC is currently operated in China. It performs various missions for the Chinese Arctic and Antarctic Administration. <br /> </p> <p align="left"> <font size="2" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"> <br /> </font></p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span">* * * </font></p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="left"><font size="1" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"><b>Ka-32A11BC</b> – a multi-role coaxial helicopter designed by Kamov design bureau, a part of Russian Helicopters. The Ka-32A11BC is intended for the transportation of passengers and cargo in the transport cabin, as well as large loads externally, and also construction and setup operations, logging, search and rescue, emergency and medical evacuation, patrolling and integrity, special service support, pilot training, and other missions. The helicopter is successfully operated in dense city environments, inaccessible mountain and forest areas. It can land on low-displacement ship decks, offshore rigs, and unprepared difficult spots. It can be operated by a single pilot, while the remaining cockpit space may be used for additional functional equipment. Mass production of the Ka-32A11BC is based at Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise. Over 140 have been built, they are operated in over 30 countries worldwide. </font></p> <p align="left"><font size="1" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"><b>Russian Helicopters, JSC</b> is the subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM and Helicopter Service Company. </font></p> <p align="left"><font size="1" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"><b>Partners of Russian Helicopters</b>: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components and reductors). </font></p> <div align="left"><font size="1"> </font><font size="1" face="Arial"> </font><font size="1" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"><b>UIC Oboronprom, JSC</b> is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).</font><font face="Arial"> </font></div>

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0400 MI-171SH Deliveries to Peru Defence Ministry Completed http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/1865.html

<p align="left" style="text-align: justify;">Ulan-Ude/25 October 2011 – In September 2011 the second batch of 3 Mi-171Sh military transports was delivered to the Defence Ministry of Peru under a contract signed by Rosoboronexport, JSC in 2010 for the delivery of 6 Mi-171Sh helicopters. </p> <p align="left" style="text-align: justify;">Helicopter manufacturer – Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant (UUAP), part of Russian Helicopters. </p> <p align="left" style="text-align: justify;">The first batch of 3 Mi-171Sh helicopters was delivered to Peru in May 2011. </p> <p align="left" style="text-align: center;"><a title="Mi-171Sh" target="_blank" href="http://rus-helicopters.ru/en/gallery/photo/index.php?PAGE_NAME=detail_slide_show&SECTION_ID=287&ELEMENT_ID=1972" ><img src="/ru/press/news/2_preview.jpg" border="0" width="400" height="300" /></a><font size="2" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"> <br /> </font></p> <p align="left" style="text-align: justify;">Technical equipment for operations support of the helicopters was shipped to the customer together with the rotorcraft. </p> <p align="left" style="text-align: justify;">The helicopters and equipment were delivered to Peru by cargo giant Antonov An-124 “Ruslan”. After delivery all three helicopters successfully passed acceptance tests, and the Ministry of Defence of Peru accepted the rotorcraft for operation. </p> <p align="left" style="text-align: center;"><a title="Mi-171Sh" target="_blank" href="http://rus-helicopters.ru/en/gallery/photo/index.php?PAGE_NAME=detail_slide_show&SECTION_ID=287&ELEMENT_ID=1971" ><img src="/ru/press/news/1_preview.jpg" border="0" width="400" height="300" /></a><font size="2" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"> <br /> </font></p> <p align="left" style="text-align: justify;">As of today, the Russian side has performed all its obligations related to the delivery of helicopters and their equipment. The contract will be deemed fulfilled after the warranty period for all helicopters runs out. UUAP specialists are working in Peru to look after warranty liabilities. </p> <p align="left" style="text-align: center;"><a title="Mi-171Sh" target="_blank" href="http://rus-helicopters.ru/en/gallery/photo/index.php?PAGE_NAME=detail_slide_show&SECTION_ID=287&ELEMENT_ID=1969" ><img src="/ru/press/news/3_preview.jpg" border="0" width="400" height="300" /></a><font size="2" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"> <br /> </font></p> <p align="left" style="text-align: justify;">As with the first three, the second batch of Mi-171Sh helicopters will be used to combat drug trafficking, and other actions in the interests of the Peru Armed Forces. </p> <p align="left" style="text-align: justify;">The multi-role Mi-171Sh rotorcraft delivered under the present contract are equipped with modern systems enhancing their combat performance, a number of avoidance means for major systems and crew, as well as radar and instrument equipment allowing operations in adverse weather, day and night. The helicopters are equipped with two sliding doors and an electohydraulic ramp, allowing 26 people to disembark fr om the helicopter within 7—8 seconds. </p> <p align="left" style="text-align: justify;">Pursuant to the wishes of the customer the delivered rotorcraft were painted in the livery of the Armed Forces of Peru. </p> <p align="left" style="text-align: justify;">Peru has been operating UUAP-manufactured Russian rotorcraft for over 10 years. Some civil operators have Mi-171 helicopters in their fleet. These have highly esteemed the Russian helicopters, particularly commenting on their outstanding performance, reliability, ease of operation and maintenance, capability to operate in difficult weather and climate. The military note the versatility of the Mi-171Sh, its great performance. These rotorcraft have proven very capable in a number of local military conflicts, in anti-terror and police operations, as well as search and rescue missions. </p> <p align="left" style="text-align: justify;">The number of Central and Latin American countries wh UUAP-made Mi-171 and Mi-171Sh helicopters are operated is growing constantly. In 2010 the Mi-171A1 won the tender of Brazilian giant Petrobras to work in the Amazon basin. UUAP is currently also building helicopters for other countries under existing contracts. </p> <div align="left"> <br /> </div> <p align="left">* * *</p> <p align="left" style="text-align: justify;"><font size="1" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"><b>The Mi-171Sh </b>– a military transport helicopter developed from the Mi-171. The Mi-171Sh may be fitted with guided missiles (Shturm-V complex), unguided rockets, cannons, protection systems. The helicopter can carry up to 37 troops, loads of up to 4000 kg, up to 12 wounded on stretchers. It can perform search & rescue operations (including CSAR) and destroy armour, fire positions – permanent and earth-and-timber – water targets, personnel under cover and other moving and still targets. </font></p> <p align="left" style="text-align: justify;"><font size="1" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"><b>Rosoboronexport, JSC </b>– the only enterprise in Russia entitled to offer for export the entire lineup of products, technology, and services of military and dual purpose. Rosoboronexport is one of the global leaders in arms and holds over 80% of Russian arms and military equipment exports. Official status guarantees support of all operations. </font></p> <p align="left" style="text-align: justify;"><font size="1" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"><b>Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, JSC – </b>one of Russian Helicopters enerprises. The modern manufacturing and technological capacities of the Plant makes it possible to quickly start production of new aircraft types and combine the manufacture of prototypes and mass production. Over 8000 aircraft have been built over the 70-year history of the Plant. Today it produces the Mi-171, Mi-171A1, and Mi-171Sh helicopters. </font></p> <p align="left" style="text-align: justify;"><font size="1" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"><b>Russian Helicopters, JSC</b> is the subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM and Helicopter Service Company. </font></p> <p align="left" style="text-align: justify;"><font size="1" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"><b>Partners of Russian Helicopters:</b> AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components and reductors). </font></p> <p align="left" style="text-align: justify;"><font size="1" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"><b>UIC Oboronprom, JSC</b> is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company). <i> <br /> </i></font></p>

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters Reform Acquisitions to Benefit Subsidiaries and Suppliers http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/1867.html

<p align="left"><b>Moscow/3 October 2011</b> – Russian Helicopters, the holding company controlling the Russian rotorcraft industry assets and a subsidiary of United Industrial Corporation Oboronprom, has started reforming its acquisition activities, including the processes leading to the rendering of services, delivery of equipment, materials, parts, and units – everything necessary for the business of the holding company. The reform is carried on in two major directions: centralization of key unit and component purchases (purchased component goods) both for mass-produced models and those in development, and an introduction of an electronic trading system for the acquisition of services, equipment, materials, parts, and units for production needs.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">In accordance with reform plans, on “Russian Helicopters Day” at Moscow Airshow MAKS 2011, 16 August 2011, Russian Helicopters CEO Dmitry Petrov announced the creation of a new subsidiary within the holding company structure: Limited Liability Company «Center of Purchases and Logistics». On 1 September 2011 ALC Ltd was approved as an Authorised Acquisitions Organisation that will become the sole acquisitions center for Russian Helicopters. On 20 September the heads of Russian Helicopters and ALC held their first joint meeting with the major suppliers of the holding company. The new approaches and paradigms of acquisitions activity were announced at this meeting.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">Dmitry Petrov, CEO, Russian Helicopters, announced: “After consolidating and bringing together the assets of the rotorcraft industry, the holding company continues its drive for modernisation and has started renewing the acquisitions policy. The creation of Center of Purchases and Logistics will allow us to bring more order in our relations with suppliers of key units and components for rotorcraft in production, modernisation, and development at the Russian Helicopters enterprises. Diversification of acquisitions through the use of advanced electronic tools will ensure transparency, support fair competition, and will let us broaden our supplier pool for services, equipment, and materials needed for production.” </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">The main goal of the new Center of Purchases and Logistics is to optimise and unify the acquisitions activities to the best of interests of all helicopter-building enterprises: Kamov, Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Helicopter Service Company, Progress, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, KumAPP, Reduktor-PM, Kazan Helicopters, Stupino Machine-Building Enterprise.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">To achieve the above efficiently, the Center of Purchases and Logistics will need to organise and procure the centralised purchases of key units and components (purchased component goods) for helicopters in production, modernisation, and development. This includes:</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">1. Engines;</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">2. Auxiliary Power Units;</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">3. Main rotor masts, rotor heads, swashplates;</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">4. Reductors;</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">5. Steering systems, control units;</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">6. Navigation and avionics suites;</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">7. Autopilot systems;</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">8. Gear struts.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">In accordance with the resolution of the Promoter – Russian Helicopters holding company – Alexander Litvinov has been appointed the Director General of Center of Purchases and Logistics. Mr. Litvinov earlier held the position of 1st Deputy for Supplies to Executive Director of Kamov JSC. During the initial stage the ALC office will be based on Kamov territory. </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">At the same time, starting fr om 1 September 2011 Russian Helicopters have started to carry out all acquisitions using electronic trading systems. It is planned to make up to 20% of all Russian Helicopters acquisitions electronic by year-end. A corporate <a href="http://www.b2b-vr.ru/" >B2B-VR</a> platform has been developed for this purpose, based on the Unified Electronic Trade System B2B-Center.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">The choice of the partner for electronic trade was on a competitive basis, taking into account such criteria as the number of transactions serviced, efficiency of trade, number of suppliers, price of services, experience in similar projects. B2B-Center won the contest, having the most appropriate functional capacity for efficient electronic trading and abundant experience in e-commerce. </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">The B2B-VR corporate platform integrated into B2B-Center will be used to purchase equipment, machinery, and other goods and services necessary for the production of military and civil helicopters. Under the new partnership Russian Helicopters and В2В-Center are offering all companies interested to take part in trading to sign up on special conditions. The offer will be available until 31 December 2011.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">The move to switch to e-commerce is yet another stage in reforming the acquisitions system of the Russian Helicopters holding company. The reform incorporates a number of measures to improve fair competition, raise information transparency, and optimize the holding company spending. It provides for a diversification of acquired goods, an introduction of a monitoring system for electronic transactions, as well as the switch of all subsidiaries to e-commerce. The methodology for the change in Russian Helicopters acquisitions activity was developed in accordance with the current policy of the Government of the Russian Federation. The acquisitions system that has been introduced and is now being used conforms with the requirements of Law number 223-FZ of 18 July 2011 “On the acquisition of goods, work, services by some types of legal entities”, including the requirements to electronic acquisitions.</p> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial"> <br /> </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">* * * <br /> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1" face="Arial"><b>Russian Helicopters, JSC</b> is the subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM and Helicopter Service Company. </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1" face="Arial"><b><font class="Apple-style-span">Lim ited Liability Company «Center of Purchases and Logistics»</font></b></font><font size="1" face="Arial"><b> </b>– a subsidiary of Russian Helicopters JSC. It is an Authorised Acquisitions Organisation that acts as a sole acquisitions center for key units and components (purchased component goods) for helicopters in production, modernization, and development, in the interest of Russian Helicopters production enterprises. The company is based at 8a, Vosmogo Marta street, Lyubertsy, MO, Russian Federation, 140007. Phone/fax: +7 495 700 3190. Е-mail: info@center-pl.com, Web site: www.center-pl.com</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1" face="Arial"><b>B2B-Center</b> – is a Russian operator of e-commerce (Center for Economic Development JSC) established in 2002 and remains one of the largest e-commerce systems developer for corporate customers. The B2B-Center system allows each company act as both the organizer and the participant of trade procedures of any complexity (over 40 variants): competitive talks, quote requests, auctions, all types of bids, etc. More than 113 000 trade operations have been processed by the system to a total value of 875 billion roubles. The number of В2В-Center participants exceeds 65 000 – they are customers and suppliers from 85 countries worldwide. </font></p>

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0400 High Fly Energy: IDGC Holding and Russian Helicopters Enter into Partnership http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/1868.html

<p align="left"><b>On 14 September in Moscow</b> IDGC Holding and Russian Helicopters entered into an Agreement of Cooperation. The document was signed by Nikolay Shvets, Director General of IDGC Holding, and Dmitry Petrov, Director General of Russian Helicopters, JSC.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">The agreement is meant to meet JSC IDGC Holding needs in helicopters and to widen the range, modifications and variants of operating the helicopters produced by Russian Helicopters companies and used under order of electricity distribution grid complex engineers.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">According to Nikolay Shvets, air patrol operations are becoming a more and more popular instrument among electricity distribution grid companies. “JSC IDGC Holding controls over 2 million kilometres of power transmission lines (which equals 51 times the length of the Equator) with most part of the transmission lines set in difficult to access places. In case some technological breakdowns occur the traditional ground patrolling in order to find the damages could become an inexcusably long process”, underlined Nikolay Shvets. “Improving the situational awareness about the current state of the power grid is one of the key points in the policy of IDGC Holding. This helps to optimize repair plans and accident recovery works. Broadening the helicopter usage will allow Russian power engineers not only to conduct aerial monitoring but also immediately send accident recovery teams to the points where power lines are disrupted. It also allows to use state-of-the-art innovation technologies such as laser scanning for technological certification of power transmission lines”.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">CEO of Russian Helicopters Dmitry Petrov said: “The cooperation with JSC IDGC Holding is an important stage for us in fulfilling our strategic tasks to provide the Russian economy with modern helicopters. I’m sure that using Russian-produced geographically and climate-specific helicopters will help IDGC to enhance power lines monitoring effectiveness and allow completing the tasks in emergency situations immediately”.</p> <p align="left"> <br /> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><img src="/ru/press/news/Ka-226T_red-white.jpg" border="0" width="350" height="255" /></p> <p align="left"> <br /> </p> <p align="left"> <br /> </p> <p align="left">* * * <br /> </p> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>IDGC Holding</b>, a company operating in the Russian electricity sector, comprises Interregional and Regional Distribution Grid Companies (IDGCs/RDGCs), research and development institutes, design and construction institutes, and construction and sales companies. 97 affiliates of IDGCs/RDGCs are located in 69 constituent entities of the Russian Federation. The operational area of IDGC Holding companies covers a network of ten voltage types, ranging from 0.4 kV to 220 kV. The total length of networks of IDGC Holding’s operating subsidiaries exceeds 2.1 million kilometers. IDGC Holding is one of the world’s largest electrical grid companies in terms of the length of electricity transmission lines and the number of customers. Electricity transmission in 2010 totaled 591 billion kWh. The IDGC Holding team comprises around 190 thousand highly qualified employees responsible for providing reliable and high quality electricity transmission and distribution services, including network connection services. More detailed company information can be found at <a href="http://www.holding-mrsk.ru/about/facts/spravka/" >http://www.holding-mrsk.ru/about/facts/spravka/</a></font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"> </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Russian Helicopters</b> is a leading player in the global helicopter industry, the sole Russian designer and manufacturer of helicopters and one of the few companies worldwide with the capability to design, manufacture, service and test modern civilian and military helicopters. Headquartered in Moscow, we operate five helicopter assembly plants, two design bureaus, two components production plants, one overhaul plant and one helicopter service company providing aftermarket services in Russia and abroad. Although Russian Helicopters was established only in 2007, some of the company’s subsidiaries have existed for more than 60 years.</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"> </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1">The light multi-role Turbomeca Arrius 2G2-equipped Ka-226T helicopter can be employed in conducting aerial monitoring, urban high-rise construction, surface surveillance, and police operations, including drug interdiction. The coaxial (dual rotor) configuration gives the Ka-226T an advantage in payload and altitude (up to 7000 m).</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"> </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"> <br /> </font></p> <p align="left"><font size="1">Ka-226T video available here: </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4L9LqXQqdk" >http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4L9LqXQqdk</a></font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42M0XY3u9So" >http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42M0XY3u9So</a></font></p>

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0400 Utair Confirms a Planned Order of 20 aw139 Helicopters http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/1869.html

<p align="left">During MAKS-2011 air show UTair Aviation (the largest helicopter operator in Russia and one of the largest in the world), Russian Helicopters (subsidiary of JSC UIC Oboronprom, part of Russian Technologies State Corporation) and AgustaWestland (a Finmeccanica company) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for a planned order of 20 AW139 helicopters to be assembled in Russia.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">During the air show AgustaWestland and Russian Helicopters have also announced the establishment of HeliVert, a joint venture company which will assemble and deliver to UTair a batch of AW139 helicopters from its Tomilino plant in the Moscow region. </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">Andrey Martirosov, UTair CEO said: “We are sure that the replenishment of the Company fleet with modern AW139 aircraft will enable UTair to increase the volume of operations by a multipurpose use of these helicopters and their high level of reliability. Continuous modernization of UTair helicopter fleet and qualification of UTair employees ensure our leading position in the market of helicopter services.” </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">Bruno Spagnolini, AgustaWestland CEO said: “It gives us great pleasure to sign this Memorandum of Understanding with UTair, strengthening our good working relationship with the leading helicopter operator in Russia. We are also delighted that the HeliVert facility will be officially opened in October this year and will start to assemble the market leading AW139 in Russia, strengthening the range of Russian helicopters available in the market.” </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">HeliVert’s Tomilino plant, near Moscow, will have the capacity to assemble up to 20 helicopters per year, with production to start later this year and progressively increase to a steady state regime by 2015. The total headcount at maximum capacity will be over 100 people. The plant will meet the growing demand for the AW139 helicopter in both Russian and CIS civil markets. </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">A Heads of Agreement was signed by AgustaWestland and Russian Helicopters in Farnborough in July 2008 for the purpose of establishing a joint venture to set up and run a civil AW139 final assembly line in Russia. This was followed by the Joint Venture Agreement signed on November 6, 2008 during the Italy-Russia intergovernmental summit held at the Kremlin in Moscow and attended by the Russian President Dmitri Medvedev and the Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi. A shareholder agreement was subsequently signed in June 2010 paving the path to start building the plant in Tomilino.</p> <p align="left"> <br /> </p> <p align="left">* * * <br /> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>UTair Aviation JSC</b> isthe world’s largest helicopter operator in terms of carrying capacity and number of rotorcraft, with more than 330 helicopters of all classes. UTair is the largest helicopter service provider to the United Nations, with cooperation agreements since1992. In Russia core clients for UTair helicopter services are leading oil and gas companies. In 2011, UTair helicopter operations will span across Russia and ten foreign countries, with a 6.5% increase in the volume of export services. </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"> </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>AgustaWestland</b>, a Finmeccanica company, is a major force in commercial and military helicopter markets around the world and offers an unrivalled range of helicopters, training and support solutions to satisfy customer's mission requirements. AgustaWestland's main facilities are located in Italy, the United Kingdom, Poland and the United States of America.</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"> </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Russian Helicopters JSC</b> is an affiliated company of UIC Oboronprom. It is the managing body of the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM, Helicopter Service Company (VSK).</font></p>

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0400 New Mi-34C1, Ka-226T, Mi-38, Mi-26T2 Showcased at MAKS 2011 http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/1870.html

<p align="left">Moscow/16 August 2011 – Russian Helicopters, the industry holding and a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, has showcased its diverse lineup including the new light Mi-34C1, Ka-226T, Mi-38, and Mi-26T2 at the International Aviation and Space Salon MAKS 2011. Those and other civil rotorcraft of Russian make, including the attack Mi-28NE Night Hunter and the Ka-52 Alligator will be shown at MAKS in Zhukovsky at the static display of Russian Helicopters and in pavilion C3 at the UIC Oboronprom stand. </p> <p align="left">Dmitry Petrov, CEO, Russian Helicopters,stated:“We make unique helicopters. We’ve held on to our specialties and key positions on the dynamic global helicopter market. The company continues moving forward and is ready for fair competition with its new models that we are proudly presenting today at MAKS. After industry consolidation Russian Helicopters remains one of the fastest-growing helicopter manufacturers in the world.” </p> <p align="left">Stable production and financial growth and a confident demonstration of effective civil and military helicopter development programs at the milestone 10th MAKS are a testament to the efficiency of the Russian Helicopters strategy to diversify its lineup and create a modern global support system. The existing service network system coincides with the sales geography of the holding company. New centres are under way in China, South America, and other world regions. 214 machines were delivered to customers in 2010 by Russian Helicopters subsidiaries. Over the two years since MAKS 2009 company revenue has doubled, reaching a record $2.7 billion. Production output is expected to total 267 units in 2011, with the growth dynamics continuing in the future. </p> <p align="left">Today on <a href="http://rus-helicopters.ru/en/news/news_company/index.php?ELEMENT_ID=1944#rh" >Russian Helicopters Day</a> airshow visitors will see modern light Mi-34C1, Ka-226T, and Ansat, medium Ka-32A11BC, the new modernised ultra-heavy Mi-26T2, and the attack Ka-52 Alligator, Mi-28NE Night Hunter, and other modern rotorcraft at the static display and in the sky above the exposition in Zhukovsky near Moscow. </p> <p align="left">The newcomers are expected to attract special attention at MAKS: the light Mi-34C1, Ka-226T with a medical module, and the passenger/cargo Mi-38, as well as the new heavy Mi-26T2. </p> <p align="left">The new light Mi-34C1 will be the new star of the Russian Helicopters exposition. It is intended for civil and military pilot training and will make such training as efficient as possible, greatly reducing state expenses. </p> <p align="left">The Mi-34C1 can be used to transport people and light loads. It can also perform all sorts of monitoring, including eco, police, integrity, powerline, and fire detection. The Mi-34C1 is capable of higher aerobatics, making it indispensable for helicopter sports. The manoeuvrability and rigid construction of the Mi-34C1 ensure flight safety. Certification is slotted for late this year and serial production of the light helicopter should start at Arsenyev Aviation Company Progress in 2012. </p> <p align="left">Another newcomer to be showcased at MAKS 2011 is the light coaxial Ka-226T helicopter with a medical module of U.S. production. This model was first shown to the general public in May at HeliRussia, where it became the centre of the joint UIC Oboronprom exposition. The new Ka-226T was created by Russian Helicopters to greatly broaden the emergency medical air evacuation capabilities of relevant services that are already displaying interest in this model alongside Russian insurance companies that are interested in helicopter ambulances within life insurance bundles. </p> <p align="left">This medevac helicopter, intended to help the development of medical aviation in Russia, is equipped with two Turbomeca Arrius 2G turboshafts and the Russian VR-226N reductor. This is the first time the French Arrius 2G engines were installed on a coaxial-rotor machine. The Ka-226T is a unique example of successful international cooperation, offering customers a wide variety of possibilities in terms of manoeuvrability, rate of climb, and ceiling. Such technical solutions make the Ka-226T extremely safe: it possesses up to 750 hp even with one engine out, leaving it with enough power to manoeuvre. </p> <p align="left">Two prototypes of the new passenger and cargo Mi-38 will be showcased at MAKS. OP-1 with TV7-117V engines and OP-2 with Pratt & Whitney engines will be displayed to visitors and experts at the airshow both on static and in flight. The Mi-38 is a next-generation rotorcraft offering highest modern levels of safety and comfort in its class. Certification is scheduled for 2014. </p> <p align="left">The experimental Mi-26T2 will be among the innovations presented at the Russian Helicopters exposition. It is currently continuing test flights. The helicopter is fitted with a modern BREO-26 avionics suite designed by Ramenskoye Design Company. The glass cockpit of the Mi-26 T2 is equipped with five multi-functional LCDs that can display a coloured image of external load, a new digital autopilot and a new navigation system supporting NAVSTAR/GLONASS. The helicopter is also fitted with an additional Tranzas TSL-1600 light to visually control external load at night. It is capable both of standard and IR lighting to be used in combination with night vision goggles. Apart from this, modernised D-136-2 engines are intended for this machine. They are a step forward from the D-136 in their use of FADEC, an emergency power output of 12500 hp available at temperatures up to +30ºС, and takeoff power that has been increased by 250 hp at maximum takeoff mode. </p> <p align="left">The new avionics allow the operation of this helicopter in any point on the planet and let it perform flights to international IFR standards. Modern equipment has brought down the total crew headcount to 2 from 5, adding an operator to work with the external sling if necessary. The remaining cabin space has been given to people accompanying load. <br /> </p> <p align="left"> <br /> </p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="left">* * * </p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Russian Helicopters, JSC</b> is the subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM and Helicopter Service Company. </font></p> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Partners of Russian Helicopters:</b> AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components and reductors). </font></p> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>UIC Oboronprom, JSC</b> is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company). </font> <br /> </p>

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters: Second Operators Conference in Moscow http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/1871.html

<p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"><b>Moscow/15 August 2011</b> <b>– </b>The Second International Operators Conference (IOC) opened its doors to companies operating rotorcraft of Russian make today at the Moscow World Trade Centre. The conference is organised by Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of United Industrial Corporation Oboronprom. The event is an element in the holding company’s strategy for creating a global multi-level aftersale support network for helicopters produced in Russia. </font></p> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span">Over 200 company representatives from 80 countries arrived to take part after receiving an invitation from Russian Helicopters. The Conference has been timed to take place during International Aviation & Space Salon MAKS 2011 so that participants have a chance to explore the holding company’s lineup at the static display and the air show. </font></p> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span">Russian Helicopters showcased the new Mi-34C1, Ka-226T, Mi-38, and Mi-26T2 at MAKS. Those and other civil rotorcraft of Russian make, including the attack Mi-28NE Night Hunter and the Ka-52 Alligator will be shown to IOC participants in Zhukovsky at the static display of Russian Helicopters and in pavilion C3 at the UIC Oboronprom stand. </font></p> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span">“Aftersale support of rotorcraft is one of the top strategic priorities for us,” comments Russian Helicopters CEO Dmitry Petrov. “Over 8500 machines of Russian make are in operation worldwide and we are determined to use all opportunities for quality growth of our support network. We’ve opened a service centre in India this February and new centres in such important markets as China, Latin America, and the Middle East are on our checklist. Certification of existing facilities is also continuing.” </font></p> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span">The modern support system is expected to solve the acute problems: shorten response time, speed up parts delivery, decrease AOG time for helicopters requiring serious repairs, and offer transparent pricing, clear and understandable to the customer. The company is simultaneously making a switch to modern internal resource management and helicopter fleet monitoring means. An Oracle-based IT system and a client Internet portal have been introduced, database integration is under way with State Research and Development Institute of Civil Aviation. </font></p> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span">Aftersale support includes finding new partners to create MRO centres worldwide: the participation of local companies ensures quality that satisfies the developer and a high level of flight safety. </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span">Successful MRO centres already exist in CIS countries; service centres are being authorised in Eastern Europe. The infrastructure has grown significantly since the previous Russian Helicopters Operators Conference. New centres have opened in India and Vietnam, another one is under way in China. With the diversification of the sales geography the support network will continue its expansion on other important markets such as Latin America and the Middle East. Russian Helicopters are thus in the process of creating a global service network, pursuing the goal to cover the entire lifecycle of offered rotorcraft models, from design and mass production to aftersale support and scrappage. <br /> </font></p> <p align="left"> <br /> </p> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span">* * * <br /> </font></p> <p align="left"><font face="Arial"><i><font size="2" class="Apple-style-span"> </font></i></font></p> <p align="left"><font size="1" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"><b>Russian Helicopters, JSC</b> is the subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM and Helicopter Service Company. </font></p> <p align="left"><font size="1" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"><b>Partners of Russian Helicopters</b>: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components and reductors). </font></p> <p align="left"><font size="1" face="Arial" class="Apple-style-span"><b>UIC Oboronprom, JSC</b> is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company). <i> <br /> </i></font></p>

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters and Agustawestland Sign Agreement for the Firm Establishment of the Helivert JV http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/1873.html

<p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial"><b>21 June 2011</b> – Russian Helicopters (subsidiary of JSC UIC Oboronprom, part of Russian Technologies State Corporation) and AgustaWestland (a Finmeccanica company) are pleased to announce the signing of the final agreements for the firm establishment of HeliVert, a Russian Helicopters and AgustaWestland “equal” joint venture. HeliVert is intended to set up and run a final assembly line plant for the civil AW139 medium twin helicopter in Russia. </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial">The assembly line is being built on a 40,000 m<sup>2</sup> site within the industrial area in Tomilino, Moscow region, and is expected to be opened within summer with assembly activities to start in the 4<sup>th</sup> quarter this year. The plant is planned to assemble up to 15 AW139s per year. The assembly line will meet requirements of the civil markets in Russia and CIS countries. HeliVert’s management will be expressed equally by Russian Helicopters and AgustaWestland appointing the General Director and Deputy Director respectively. Total headcount at maximum capacity will exceed 100 employees. </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial">This agreement is the latest achievement under the framework of the strategic cooperation between UIC Oboronprom and AgustaWestland which started in the summer of 2007 and follows the assembly line groundbreaking ceremony held in June 2010. </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial">Dmitry Petrov, Chief Executive Officer, Russian Helicopters, JSC said “In this highly effective partnership we expect to gain mutual technological and market benefits exchanging production culture and experience to deliver one of the best helicopter products to Russia and CIS.”</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial">Bruno Spagnolini, Chief Executive Officer, AgustaWestland said “We are happy to have come to this latest stage of our strategic partnership which paves the path for a bright future of industrial collaboration with Russian Helicopters through the best selling medium twin helicopter in the world market. We are confident the AW139 will prove capable to meet a range of requirements in the Russian and CIS civil markets for years to come.”</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial">Paving the path to start building the plant in Russia a time capsule in the base of the foundation at the industrial area in Tomilino was placed during a ground-breaking ceremony on June 22<sup>th </sup>2010.</font></p> <p align="left"> <br /> </p> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial">* * * <br /> </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial"><b><i> </i></b></font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial"><b><i> </i></b></font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><b>AW139</b>– a medium twin helicopter of 6400kg takeoff weight, is capable to carry up to 15 passengers. It is used as a corporate and VIP-transport helicopter as well as for offshore, disaster relief, rescue and fire-fighting operations.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><b>AgustaWestland,</b> a Finmeccanica company, is a major force in commercial and military helicopter markets around the world and offers an unrivalled range of helicopters, training and support solutions to satisfy customer's mission requirements. AgustaWestland's main facilities are located in Italy, the United Kingdom, Poland and the United States of America.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> <b>Russian Helicopters, JSC</b> is the subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM, Novosibirsk Aircraft Repairing Plant and Helicopter Service Company.</div>

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0400 European Aviation Market Becomes One of the Top Priorities for Russian Helicopter Industry http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/1874.html

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0400 Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant Makes Scheduled Delivery of MI-8AMTSH Helicopters to Russian Defence Ministry http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/1877.html

<p align="left"><b>Ulan-Ude/14 June 2011</b>. – Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, JSC (UUAP), a part of Russian Helicopters holding, made a scheduled delivery of a batch of Mi-8AMTSh helicopters to the Russian Ministry of Defence. As announced previously, the Plant delivered the first batch to the military department in December 2010. <br /> </p> <p align="left"><img src="/ru/press/news/Mi-8AMTSh_%282%29.JPG" border="0" width="450" height="300" /></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">The new delivery falls under the Government Defence Order (GDO) 2011. All helicopters were accepted by the customer's representatives in Ulan-Ude in mid-May. Then the helicopters went through preparation procedures to perform ferry flights to the Air Force military units. The rotorcraft left UUAP territory end-May. Same as the previous batch of helicopters, the new machines covered over 5000 km on their way.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">The Mi-8AMTSh helicopter was passed into service by the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation in 2009. The helicopters delivered in 2009 and 2010 were praised by the military units operating them. The Ministry of Defence took this appraisal into account when placing a new Government Defence Order for helicopters. According to operators the Mi-8AMTSh has outstanding performance and is very reliable and easy to operate. It can also perform a wide range of missions and can be operated in different climatic zones, any weather conditions, and any time of day. This model outperforms the regular Mi-8 and allows the Air Force to improve combat operations efficiency.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">Mi-8AMTSh deliveries to the Russian Air Force under GDO 2011 are expected to be continued in the second half of 2011. The Ministry of Defence is currently evaluating the possibility to place a long-term GDO with UUAP.</p> <p align="left"><img src="/ru/press/news/Mi-8AMTSh_%284%29.JPG" border="0" width="450" height="267" /></p> <p align="left"> <br /> </p> <p align="left">* * * <br /> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>The Mi-8AMTSh (Mi-171Sh)</b> is a military transport helicopter based on the Mi-171 (Mi-8AMT) platform. The Mi-171Sh can be equipped with guided missiles (Shturm-B system), unguided rockets, canon armament, and defence systems. The helicopter can carry up to 37 troops, up to 4000 kg of cargo, 12 wounded on stretchers, and perform search and rescue operations (including CSAR). The helicopter can destroy armor, firing points such as permanent firing position and earth-and-timber emplacements, enemy personnel under cover and other moving and stationary targets. Ulan Ude Aviation Plant's fixed wing aircraft technologies are applied to the manufacture of the Mi-171Sh, and this is one of the helicopter's key features. </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, JSC</b> – one of Russian Helicopters enterprises. The modern manufacturing and technological capacities of the Plant makes it possible to quickly start production of new aircraft types and combine the manufacture of prototypes and mass production. Over 8000 aircraft have been built over the 70-year history of the Plant. Today it produces the Mi-171, Mi-171A1, and Mi-171Sh helicopters.</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Russian Helicopters, JSC</b> is the subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM, Novosibirsk Aircraft Repairing Plant and Helicopter Service Company.</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Partners of Russian Helicopters</b>: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components and reductors).</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"><font size="1"> <b>UIC Oboronprom, JSC</b> is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).</font></div> <font face="Arial"> </font>

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0400 MI-171 Helicopters Take Part in Kazspas 2011 Manoeuvres http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/1876.html

<p align="left"><b>Ulan-Ude/14 June 2011</b> – Mi-171 helicopters manufactured by Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, JSC, a part of Russian Helicopters holding, were involved in Kazspas 2011 manoeuvres of Kazakhstan rescue units.</p> <p align="left"><img src="/ru/press/news/foto_7_16_06_2011.jpg" border="0" width="350" height="232" /></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">The 16th international seminar-gathering of rescuers took place at «Astana the Rock City» training range of EMERCOM of Republic of Kazakhstan. The purpose of these manoeuvres was to improve rescuers' professional skills in severe environment conditions and to train rescue and other emergency operation methods using different equipment.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">Mi-171 helicopters of Kazaviaspas Republic State Enterprise of the Kazakhstan EMERCOM were frequently used for search-and-rescue offshore and onshore operation training during the manoeuvres. Mi-171 helicopters were involved in firefighting training using the helicopter bucket, transportation of an EMERCOM vehicle externally, unloading rescue four-wheelers for relief of simulated emergency situation at a chemical plant. The helicopters were also used in hover mode to deploy dog service squads at heap areas after an earthquake, to drop diver rescuers, and for water life-saving operations using a windlass. <br /> </p> <table align="left" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" border="0"> <tbody> <tr><td><img src="/ru/press/news/foto_2_16_06_2011.JPG" border="0" width="159" height="105" /></td><td><img src="/ru/press/news/foto_6_16_06_2011.jpg" border="0" width="143" height="107" /></td><td><img src="/ru/press/news/foto_1_16_06_2011.JPG" border="0" width="158" height="105" /></td></tr> </tbody> </table> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">The Kazakhstan EMERCOM has been successfully operating Mi-171 helicopters for many years, and the helicopters have proved their outstanding characteristics, such as high performance, reliability, and ease of operation. The rotorcraft are equipped with special mission and search-and-rescue suits, equipment to deploy rescue teams and to evacuate people in hover mode, firefighting systems, night vision goggles, a searchlight, a loud-speaker, and a weather radar that allows EMERCOM of Kazakhstan to perform missions at any time of day and in adverse weather conditions.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">According to helicopter industry experts, the Mi-171 is one of today’s most efficient rescue helicopters in the world. It is frequently used for relief operations in areas of the largest floods, earthquakes, man-made disasters, and for firefighting in different countries all over the world.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">Russian Helicopters continues to expand its partnership with the Republic of Kazakhstan. A possibility of adding new Mi-171 helicopters manufactured by UUAP to the Kazakhstan EMERCOM fleet is now evaluated. </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">The Mi-171 helicopter is a deep modernization of the widely recognized Mi-8 helicopter. The helicopter was developed by Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, JSC, and is manufactured by Ulan Ude Aviation Plant, JSC. The Mi-171 can carry up to 37 servicemen on trooper benches, up to 26 passengers on passengers seats, up to 4000 kg of cargo in the cabin and as external load, up to 12 wounded, it can also perform search and rescue and firefighting operations, and lift, loading and unloading operations in a hover mode. The Mi-171 helicopter has a Russian type certificate. Its type certificate is also recognised by the People's Republic of China, South Korea, Slovakia, Mongolia. Today more than 5000 Mi-171 helicopters of various modifications and versions are operated in Central and South-East Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and the CIS.</p> <p align="left"> <br /> </p> <p align="left">* * * <br /> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, JSC</b> – one of Russian Helicopters enterprises. The modern manufacturing and technological capacities of the Plant makes it possible to quickly start production of new aircraft types and combine the manufacture of prototypes and mass production. Over 8000 aircraft have been built over the 70-year history of the Plant. Today it produces the Mi-171, Mi-171A1, and Mi-171Sh helicopters.</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Russian Helicopters, JSC </b>is the subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM, Novosibirsk Aircraft Repairing Plant and Helicopter Service Company.</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Partners of Russian Helicopters</b>: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components and reductors).</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>UIC Oboronprom, JSC</b> is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).</font></p>

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters Exhibits Helicopter Production Models and Programs at Helirussia 2011 http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/1878.html

<p align="left"><b>Moscow/20 May 2011 </b>– Russian Helicopters, the helicopter industry holding and a part of UIC Oboronprom, is proud to exhibit new helicopter programs along with production models of civil and military helicopters at its booth #1E, hall #4, pavilion #1, at the 4th HeliRussia 2011 international helicopter exhibition which opened today in Moscow at Crocus Expo international exhibition center.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">The second prototype of the Mi-38 mid-to-heavy helicopter was introduced to visitors and aviation specialists. The helicopter made his first flight from Kazan to Moscow last fall. The Mi-38 OP-2 is powered by Pratt & Whitney Canada XPW127/5 turboshaft engines and equipped with modern Tranzas IBKO-38 “glass” avionics suite. Russian-made TV7-117V engines are the option for this helicopter. The Mi-38 is a new generation helicopter ensuring the highest standards of safety and comfort in its own class.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">The focal point of Russian holding's display appeared to be the Ka-226T light coaxial configuration helicopter powered by Turbomeca Arrius 2G turbine engines with VR-226N gear unit. The Ka-226T is a great product of international cooperation that brings an enhanced maneuvering, climb and altitude performance to its potential customers. These engineering solutions ensure the outstanding safety of the Ka-226T - it has enough power (up to 750 hp) to fly even with one engine off. The certification test program and production facility preparation are expected to be finished in 2011. </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">Besides visitors enjoyed the new modification of the Ka-32A, the Ka-32A11BC multi-profile rescue helicopter, at the static display in front of the entrance to Crocus Expo. This helicopter along with the second fire-fighting Ka-32A11BC equipped with a water cannon for horizontal fire-fighting was delivered to Ministry of the Russian Federation for Civil Defense, Emergency Management and Natural Disasters Response on the eve of the exhibition under the 2009 contract for delivery of five medevac Ka-32A11BC helicopters also prepared for fire-fighting equipment installation.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">Many experts consider Ka-32A11BC as one of the world's best rescue and fire-fighting helicopters. According to state aerial rescue units and commercial operators these helicopters are widely used for fire-fighting, law enforcement, rescue and evacuation of sick and injured out of natural disaster areas, special police missions and state border patrolling.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">Russian Helicopters also exhibited its civil production line-up including the Mi-8/17, the Mi-26T, the Ka-62, the Mi-34C1, Ansat. Exhibition visitors also enjoyed the opportunity to learn about the newest Ka-52 Alligator and the Mi-28NE Night Hunter fighter helicopters which were in the center of the static displays at the previous HeliRussia exhibitions.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">Besides the new Russian-made helicopters demonstration the holding took part in the business program. Modern helicopter solutions on emergency and natural disaster response were introduced at “The role of helicopters in meeting relevant objectives in the regions” conference which took place in “Russian Helicopters' Day” on 19 May.</p> <p align="left"> <br /> </p> <p align="left"> * * * <br /> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Russian Helicopters, JSC</b> is the subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM , Novosibirsk Aircraft Repairing Plant and Helicopter Service Company.</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Partners of Russian Helicopters:</b> AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components and reductors).</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>UIC Oboronprom, JSC</b> is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).</font></p>

Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 +0400 Turbomeca and Russian Helicopters Sign a Contract for the Delivery of 40 Ardiden 3g to Power the KA-62 http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/1881.html

<p align="left"><b>Moscow, 19 May 2011 </b></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">During the Heli Russia Air Show, Russian Helicopters, JSC has formally placed on Turbomeca (Safran group) the first order for the delivery of 40 serial Ardiden 3G engines for the Ka-62. </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">This first lot of 40 engines will be delivered to Russian Helicopters over a period of two years.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">Such order materializes the first step of the main agreements signed between Russian Helicopters, JSC and Turbomeca end of April 2011 for the development and supply of at least 308 Turbomeca Ardiden 3G engines to be installed on the updated Ka-62 helicopter.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">Dmitry Petrov, Chief Executive of Russian Helicopters, said: “I am delighted that we have signed this first purchase, very close after having signed the supply contract. I am very confident that our partnership will be fruitful”.</p> <p align="left"> <br /> </p> <p align="left">* * * <br /> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Turbomeca (Safran group)</b> is the leading helicopter engine manufacturer, and has produced over 68 000 turbines based on its own designs since the company was founded. Dedicated to 2,350 customers in 155 countries, Turbomeca provides a proximity service thanks to its 16 sites, 26 Maintenance Centers, 24 Repair & Overhaul Centers and 90 Field representatives and Field technicians. Microturbo, the subsidiary of Turbomeca, is the European leader in turbojet engines for missiles, drones and auxiliary power units. </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1">For more information, please visit our Web sites: www.turbomeca.com and www.safran-group.com.</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"> </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Russian Helicopters, JSC</b> is the subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM, Novosibirsk Aircraft Repairing Plant and Helicopter Service Company.</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"> </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>Partners of Russian Helicopters</b>: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components and reductors).</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"> </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1"><b>UIC Oboronprom, JSC</b> is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).</font></p>

Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters and Veb-leasing Signed a Partnership Agreement for Latin American Market http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/1879.html

<p align="left"><b>Moscow/19th May, 2011 </b>– Russian rotorcraft-building holding Russian Helicopters that makes part of United Industrial Corporation OBORONPROM and leasing company VEB-leasing concluded an agreement on strategic partnership at the aviation market of Latin America, where the interest to Russian-made commercial helicopters is forecasted to grow. The signed document envisages the provision of leasing services to the Latin American companies willing to procure and operate new civil rotorcraft of Russian origin. </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">“We are always looking for the new ways of cooperation with the companies that operate civil helicopters at the ever so perspective Latin American market, said Dmitry Petrov, Russian Helicopters CEO. We are happy to welcome VEB-leasing as new partners and furnish our Latin American customers with the package proposal that involves not only helicopters’ delivery, training and after-sales support, but also highly attractive financial terms to lease out civil helicopters”.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">According to experts today Russian-made rotorcraft account for about 20% of the military helicopter market of Latin American countries and only 2% of civil segment. At the same time the necessity of leasing services as a financial tool to acquire Russian-made helicopters for commercial operations is highly noticeable. In particular, operators from Peru, Mexico, Argentina, and Bolivia have already demonstrated their interest in leasing schemes to buy Russian helicopters and forwarded their requests. </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">According to Vyacheslav Soloviev, VEB-leasing CEO, cooperation between Russian Helicopters and VEB-leasing aims at rendering services to financially stable companies from Latin America, who are ready to buy Russian helicopters on terms of long lease with the buy-out option. “This agreement presents to the Latin American aviation market players some additional opportunities in financing their rotorcraft-purchases, as well as allows efficient funds management and optimizing of cash flows”, highlighted Mr.Soloviev.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> In case of successful implementation of the helicopter-leasing program in South and Latin America Russian Helicopters, JSC and VEB-leasing are ready to consider the possibility of employing the same tool in other regions, including traditional markets for Russian-made rotorcraft like CIS, Asia and Africa. </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">Today Russian helicopters are operated in 100 countries of the world, including Cuba, Brazil, Mexico, Columbia, Venezuela, Peru, Chile and other Latin American countries. These rotorcraft are employed for corporate travel, passenger transportation, SAR, special missions, construction, patrolling and fire-fighting.</p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">Marketing policy of Russian Helicopters holding is aimed at expanding Russian-origin rotorcraft fleet at the Latin American market. Thus, in April 2011 Russian Helicopters and Brazilian investment group Qualy Group Brasil signed a Cooperation agreement to promote Mi-34С1 helicopter in Brazil on basis of dealership. This document provides for the possible delivery of 150 new light Russian Mi-34С1 helicopters up to 2023. </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">Another agreement was signed at the same time with the Brazilian commercial helicopter operator Аtlas Taxi Aereo (a subsidiary of Qualy Group Brasil) regarding the establishing of a Service center in Brazil to maintain medium multi-purpose helicopters Mi-171А1. Besides that, an agreement was executed with another operator, Helipark Taxi Aereo, with respect to establishing a Service center in Brazil to maintain medium multi-purpose helicopters Ка-32А11ВС. </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left">A major highlight of Russian Helicopters policy in Latin America was the start of a dialogue with consulting company Logitec Consultoría em Logística Ltda on cooperation in promoting Russian holding’s products to the Brazilian market. <font size="2" face="Arial"> <br /> </font></p> <p align="left"> <br /> <font size="2" face="Arial"> </font></p> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial">* * * <br /> </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"> </p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="2" face="Arial"><b><i> </i></b></font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1" face="Arial"><b>VEB-leasing, JSC</b> - Its major shareholder is State corporation “Bank of development and foreign economic activity (<a href="http://www.veb.ru/ru/" >Vnesheconombank</a>)». The company’s priority spheres of interest: leasing of rolling stock, leasing of aviation technicsand aggregates, leasing of sea and river vessels, leasing of cars and special machine, as well as of high-tech equipment.</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1" face="Arial"> </font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1" face="Arial"><b>Russian Helicopters, JSC</b> is the subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM, Novosibirsk Aircraft Repairing Plant and Helicopter Service Company.</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1" face="Arial"><b>Partners of Russian Helicopters</b>: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components and reductors).</font></p> <div align="left"> </div> <p align="left"><font size="1" face="Arial"><b>UIC Oboronprom, JSC</b> is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).</font></p> <font face="Arial"> </font>

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