Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation has signed position assignment agreements with Premier Aviation Services of Ireland for two S-76D helicopters. This represents the first European customer for the S-76D, and both aircraft will be used for vip and executive transport missions.

Premier Aviation says it plans to operate its aircraft out of Weston Airport outside Dublin. "We are thrilled that Premier has chosen the S-76D for its executive transport missions. We are confident the combination of the

S-76D's reliability, comfort, speed, range and safety will draw more customers in Europe and elsewhere," said Steve Estill, Sikorsky vp of worldwide sales and chief marketing officer.