GE Aerospace and IT Science Co., Ltd. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore the manufacturing of Health & Usage Monitoring Systems (HUMS) in South Korea. The agreement includes the repair of systems and local support to the Republic of Korea Army and Marines operating the KUH Surion, multi-role helicopter.
“Our collaboration with IT Science underscores GE Aerospace’s commitment to Korea and strengthens our ability to support the Republic of Korea Army and Marines operating the KUH helicopters,” said Matt Burns, general manager of Avionics for GE Aerospace.
Mr. No, Soon Seok, president & CEO, I.T. Science, commented, “This MOU will be an important starting point for maximizing the synergy of the two companies to introduce an aviation system with global performance, safety, and economy. Through this, we expect to strengthen the corporate value of IT Science and the competitiveness of the Korean aerospace industry at the same time.”
GE Aerospace developed and supplied the world’s first certified HUMS in 1991. GE Aerospace is a leading developer and supplier of Health and Usage Monitoring Systems to rotorcraft Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) as well as civil and military rotorcraft operators.
The HUMS monitors the health of critical aircraft systems such as engines, transmissions, bearings, and rotors through real time analysis. The health data gathered aids maintenance personnel in determining and isolating premature deterioration of these critical components. The system continuously checks the performance of safety-critical components, providing advance warning of potential equipment failures and collecting valuable data for routine maintenance of the helicopters.
