Super Seaprite ASW helicopter (photo : Militaryphotos)
Kaman
Confirms SH-2G(I) Negotiations with New Zealand
BLOOMFIELD,
Conn.-- (NYSE:KAMN) Kaman Corporation confirmed today that The U.S. Department
of State has granted authorization that would permit the Company to negotiate a
possible sale of SH-2G(I) Super Seasprite Helicopters to the Government of New
Zealand. The potential sale would include eleven SH-2G(I) helicopters, a full
motion flight simulator, training aids, spares inventory, publications and the
introduction into service and through life support of the aircraft.
New Zealand
officials have been working over the past year to determine the most effective
way of meeting their future maritime helicopter requirements and the Cabinet
has recently directed defence officials to engage in further discussions with
Kaman.
The Kaman
SH-2G(I) Super Seasprite is the latest version of the multi-mission maritime
helicopter and would potentially replace the country’s existing fleet of
SH-2G’s. These helicopters would significantly enhance New Zealand’s vertical
lift capabilities with exceptional performance and low operating costs. Kaman
continues to support the Ministry’s objective of extending the Naval Helicopter
Capability through 2025. As stated in their Defence Capability Plan, this
capability would fulfill a vital national role in the provision of extended
reach, surveillance, and air-delivered weapons capability for the ANZAC
frigates. These aircraft are also capable of operation from offshore patrol
vessels, and the multi-role vessel when required to do so.
Negotiations
regarding a potential program between the New Zealand Government and Kaman are
in process and are confidential. No investment decisions have been made by New
Zealand at this time and Kaman continues to work with other potential customers
on the sale of the aircraft.
(Kaman)
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