ANAHEIM, Calif., Jan. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins
Aerospace Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX),
today announced that three of the world's top aerial firefighting
agencies are equipping their helicopters with the company's newest
rescue hoist, the Goodrich 44318. The Los
Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) and the California
Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) selected the hoist for their S-70i
FIREHAWK helicopters, while the Santa
Barbara County Fire Department (SBCFD) selected the hoist
for an HH-60L BLACK HAWK® helicopter it is converting to
aerial firefighting configuration.
With its advanced technologies, the Goodrich 44318 is Collins
Aerospace's latest, most advanced rescue hoist. Compared to the
Goodrich 44311, which has been flying on LACoFD's
S-70ATM FIREHAWK helicopters since they entered service
nearly two decades ago, the 44318 boasts a number of improvements.
The new hoist meets regulatory agencies' current requirements for
Human External Cargo, meaning people can stay on the line longer
for transport or rescue missions; features a 600-pound max lift
load; and allows operators to continuously rescue multiple victims
without a cool-down period. The 44318 is currently in service on
several platforms, including the Leonardo AW189, Airbus EC225 and
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries UH-60J.
"As FIREHAWK fleets expand, Collins Aerospace is proud that
operators continue to equip them with Goodrich rescue hoists," said
Nick Demogines, director of business
development for Hoist & Winch at Collins Aerospace. "With
decades of experience and more than 7,000 airborne hoists
throughout the global fleet, Collins is a leader in the helicopter
hoist rescue community. We are honored to deliver innovative,
reliable solutions to our customers to support their life-saving
missions."
About Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp.
(NYSE: UTX), is a leader in technologically advanced and
intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense
industry. Created in 2018 by bringing together UTC Aerospace
Systems and Rockwell Collins, Collins Aerospace has the
capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve
customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly
evolving global market. For more information, visit
CollinsAerospace.com.
About United Technologies Corporation
United Technologies Corp., based in Farmington, Connecticut, provides
high-technology systems and services to the building and aerospace
industries. By combining a passion for science with precision
engineering, the company is creating smart, sustainable solutions
the world needs. For more information about the company, visit our
website at www.utc.com or follow us on Twitter: @UTC
BLACK HAWK® and FIREHAWK® are registered
trademarks of Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation.
S-70iTM and S-70ATM are trademarks of
Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation. Used with permission.
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