Goodrich lighting technology selected by Boeing for Comanche

Boeing has selected Goodrich Hella Aerospace Lighting Systems to develop an Anti-Collision Lighting System for its RAH-66 Comanche Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter. The lighting system consists of a traditional 2000 candela white strobe light for training purposes, as well as a newly developed strobe light using the latest in LED (Light Emitting Diode) technology.

First RAH-66 Comanche deliveries are scheduled to occur in 2009-2010 with production estimates in excess of 600 aircraft. Goodrich's contract is valued in excess of $4 million if current production estimates are realised.

"It (this award) will allow us to provide the most up-to-date lighting technology for the centrepiece of the US Army modernisation plan," said Chris Burdette, Sales Manager, Military Programmes for Goodrich Hella Aerospace Lighting Systems.

The Boeing Sikorsky RAH-66 Comanche will be the world's most advanced twin-turbine, two-seat armed reconnaissance helicopter with projected missions of armed reconnaissance, light attack and air combat. It features an all- composite airframe.

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