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Sikorsky Aerospace Services Acquires LifePort Inc.

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Tuesday, July 6th, 2010

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Sikorsky [UTX] Aerospace Services (SAS), the aftermarket division of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., recently said it has acquired LifePort Inc., an aircraft accessories manufacturer that specializes in air medical systems, lightweight armor, interior furnishings and EnfliteTM galley equipment for fixed and rotary wing aircraft. This acquisition establishes SAS's new accessories business segment. LifePort, which had been privately owned, will operate as "LifePort, a Sikorsky Aerospace Services Company," retaining its current executive management team. In addition to its primary facility in Woodland,…

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