Australian Defence helicopter decisions

A little bit of history on the Huey II conversion. What could have been...



Back at the ranch, we have a new maintenance contract for Seahawks and Blackhawks.

The four year contract with Sikorsky Helitech is for the provision of maintenance and engineering services in support of the Black Hawk and Seahawk fleets, with options to extend for a further six years.

Not a vote of confidence for this project.

The MRH-90 flying rate of effort has been less than planned, leading to significant delays in aircrew training and certification. To address this, the DMO is working closely with industry in 2011-12 to improve the immature support system, aircraft systems reliability, and contractual arrangements.

An Analysis of Defence Materiel Organisation Major Projects Management and What Needs to be Fixed

Australia's Failing Defence Structure and Management Methodology

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H/T- Richard