L-3 [LLL] yesterday said it will build three UH-60L Operational Flight Trainers (OFT) and associated training systems for the Royal Saudi Land Forces Aviation Command–the first time the RealitySeven(TM) full flight simulator technology will be used in support to a military training program.
The contract, for an undisclosed amount, was issued by the U.S. Army’s Program Executive Office for Simulation, Training and Instrumentation, the company said at the Farnborough Air Show.
The first UH-60L OFT will be delivered to the Aviation Command training facility and be fully operational during the second quarter of 2016. The second and third OFTs will begin training pilots during the third quarter of 2016.
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Under a teaming agreement, Riyadh-based (AEC) will provide L-3 Link with systems integration, device assembly and installation and repair and maintenance services. AEC will support L-3 Link on the first UH-60L OFT, and lead the assembly and integration on the second and third simulators.
“These rotary-wing simulation systems will provide the Royal Saudi Land Forces with the highest-fidelity UH-60L Operational Flight Trainers in the world,” said Lenny Genna, president of L-3 Link. “We are also very pleased to have teamed with AEC, a relationship that underscores L-3’s commitment to the Kingdom’s Saudization policy. AEC has consistently demonstrated the highest level of integrity in all areas of business and is considered a strategic asset by the government of Saudi Arabia.”
AEC President and CEO Ghassan Al-Shibl said: “AEC is very excited to work with L-3 in delivering these high-fidelity UH-60L Operational Flight Trainers to the Royal Saudi Land Forces Aviation Command. The partnership with L-3 is in line with the Saudi government’s direction in building local capability and creating jobs for Saudis.”