Sikorsky Aircaft Co. says its Shelton aftermarket division is in talks with a Saudi aerospace maintenance and logistics vendor about a potential partnership to deepen Sikorsky’s aviation markets in Saudi Arabia.
Sikorsky Aerospace Services (SAS) signed a letter of intent, opening talks with Alpha Star Aviation Services, based in Riyadh, the Saudi capital, officials said.
SAS is part of Sikorsky Aircraft in Stratford, which builds and markets civilian and military helicopters worldwide.
SAS President David Adler said a partnership with Alpha Star fits the division’s strategy to leverage its product portfolio to penetrate overseas markets.
Alpha Star is made up of flight operations, technical and logistical support, safety and quality assurance, and consulting.
