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Berlin, Germany, June 9, 2010 – Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. and MTU Aero Engines today announced the signing of a Letter of Cooperation to jointly explore aerospace industry cooperation in Germany. It is the second initiative of this kind announced by Sikorsky in its efforts to introduce the MHP148 Cyclone multi-role helicopter into Germany. Sikorsky Aircraft is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp..

 “As we previously announced other agreements for industry cooperation in Germany, this cooperation with MTU adds another strong partner to the Sikorsky team,” said Joseph Gigantelli, Sikorsky Vice President, European Sales. “We are focused on the great potential for a strong offering of products and services to the German armed forces, and this cooperation with MTU only enhances that potential.” 

MTU Aero Engines is Germany’s leading engine manufacturer. Renowned for its high-tech products and services, MTU excels in low-pressure turbines, high-pressure compressors, manufacturing and repair techniques. In the commercial area, MTU Maintenance—with its global network of shops—is the world's largest independent provider of engine maintenance services. In the military arena, MTU is Germany's industrial lead company for practically all engines flown by the country's armed forces.
 
“The cooperative efforts between our two companies offers the combined experiences of two highly experienced and well established aviation leaders,” said Michael Schreyögg, Senior Vice President Military Programmes, “We are focused on bringing the best of both companies to German industry through a dedicated approach to meeting customer requirements and expectations.”

The MHP148 Cyclone helicopter provides multi-mission capabilities including anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare, and search and rescue. The aircraft is a derivative of the S-92® helicopter, which gets its basic design from the BLACK HAWK helicopter, a proven, rugged and durable aircraft.

Among the features of the MHP148 Cyclone aircraft are enhanced rotor and drive designs, bird strike protection, a flaw- and damage-tolerant design, and protection from turbine bursts. In addition, the aircraft have crashworthy seats, crash-resistant fuel systems, and High Intensity Radio Frequency (HIRF) and lightning protection.

Sikorsky has been growing its European business activities over the last several years. In 2007, PZL Mielec in Poland became a Sikorsky company and is the future manufacturer of the S-70i™ BLACK HAWK helicopter. Sikorsky also is actively exploring business opportunities for strategic European partners for component manufacturing and service centers for the entire Sikorsky product line.

Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., based in Stratford, Conn., is a world leader in aircraft design, manufacture and service. United Technologies Corp., based in Hartford, Conn., provides a broad range of high-technology products and support services to the aerospace and building systems industries.