Defense Technology Inc.
Mi-17 Airworthiness Certification
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Afghanistan has been the recipient of a number of donated Mi-17 aircraft,
many with uncertain maintenance histories and/or missing historical records. DTI was asked by the U.S. Army in 2009
to develop a program to return these aircraft to OEM spec and obtain IAC supported flight worthiness certificates. Of
critical importance was keeping the aircraft in theater, and returning them to mission ready status in the shortest period
possible. In response, DTI prepared a 24 Month Inspect and Repair
As Necessary (IRAN) program that includes complete ground and flight testing. Performed by maintenance personnel from
IAC certified overhaul facilities making use of depot supplied equipment, the final product is a fully functional
aircraft with a flight worthiness certificate accepted by the U.S. Army.
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DTI has applied for and received U.S. Department of State Brokering permission and/or approval of a Technical Assistance
Agreement for all its activities in Afghanistan and Pakistan.