Deccan Charters is Sikorsky's customer service provider

Helicopter manufacturer Sikorsky has appointed Bangalore-based Deccan Charters as the authorised customer services provider for its S-76 helicopters' platform in India.

Deccan Charters has signed an agreement with Sikorsky Aerospace Services to appoint Deccan's Mumbai facility as the authorised Customer Service Centre (CSC) to support the Sikorsky S-76 helicopter platform, a company press release said today.

Promoted by Capt G R Gopinath, the company offers general aviation services such as aircraft maintenance, charter services and management.

"Deccan is pleased to be associated with one of the pioneers in helicopter design and manufacture in the world. This relationship to support the industry-leading S-76 helicopter family reiterates Deccan's position as the premier aircraft maintenance services company in India," Deccan Charters Ltd chairman Capt Gopinath said.
    
The Mumbai facility will offer Sikorsky S-76 helicopter operators complete aftermarket support, including Sikorsky-trained maintenance personnel for on-site comprehensive maintenance management, inspections and spare parts procurement, the release said.
    
The Mumbai centre would be a key support facility for the future expansion of Sikorsky's S-76 commercial aircraft fleet in India, it said.
    
"Aligned with our international strategic initiatives and overall commitment to our worldwide customers, this agreement serves as an important launch point in India," Sikorsky Aerospace Services president David Adler said.