Columbia Helicopters becomes TLS provider

Columbia Helicopters, Inc. and GE Aviation have reached an agreement whereby Columbia Helicopters will become the Total Logistics Support (TLS) provider for all operators and maintainers of T58 and CT58 engines with the sole exception being the T58-400B engine model used for executive transport by the US Government. This agreement will ensure the continued seamless support of the T58 and CT58 engine series, within the established capabilities and approvals held by Columbia.

Columbia has purchased a considerable inventory from both Sikorsky Aircraft Company and GE, and will soon begin selling directly to other engine owners and maintainers. Under this agreement, GE has licensed Columbia to produce all procurable spare parts under their existing FAA Production Certificate and utilizing OEM drawings and specifications. This activity will commence following FAA approval and update to Columbia’s Production Limitation Record (PLR).