Sikorsky Aircraft has selected BFGoodrich’s health and usage management system (IMD-HUMS) for all of its S-92 helicopters. The system includes an on-board component which gathers and processes data on aircraft usage and the condition of the engine and drive train components. Information can be displayed to the crew and is routinely transferred to a ground-based computer which generates summaries of operations and forecasts maintenance requirements.

The agreement also includes provisions for incorporating the technology on future production S-76, S-70, and S-80 aircraft sold internationally. First production deliveries are to be made to Sikorsky this year.