Bangladesh Army discloses Sikorsky helicopter acquisition

Reading Time: 2 minutes The Chief of Staff of the Bangladesh Army General General Waker-Uz-Zaman SBP OSP SGP psc has announced the intent to purchase Sikorsky medium lift helicopters from the United States during an Army Aviation Group graduation ceremony event for pilots. General Zaman however did not specify the exact model, but this defence portal believes the S-70 Black Hawk medium utility helicopters manufactured in Poland bu PZL Mielec, a Lockheed Martin company is the most logical option for the Army Aviation Group. The S-70 helicopter was build by the Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation to meet a US Army requirement for a utility tactical transport helicopter. Its first flight occurred in December 1974, and by December 1976 it was selected by the US Army with deliveries taking place in October 1978. The Black Hawk is characterized by excellent performance and high operational suitability in land and naval operations. It is