Aerosonic Awarded New Contract For UH 60 Blackhawk Indicators

Clearwater, FL - Aerosonic Corporation, a leading supplier of precision flight products for commercial, business and military aircraft, announced recently that the company has been awarded a new contract to supply indicators to the US Military through Defense Supply Center Richmond, which serves as the lead center for aviation weapon systems and primary supply source to support these systems for the US Armed Forces. The indicators are standard equipment for the UH 60 Blackhawk Helicopter.

Under the terms of the agreement, the US Government has the option to extend the one year term for an additional four years. The potential value of this contract is $4.1M over the five year period should all renewal options be fully exercised. Initial deliveries of the indicators with a contract value of $0.6M will begin later this year.

"The Blackhawk helicopter plays a vital role in current military efforts. We are very pleased to be a part of the continued production and support of this important fleet," stated Douglas Hillman, President and CEO of Aerosonic.

SOURCE: Aerosonic Corporation