Growing demands for transport helicopters in support of offshore energy operations led sikorsky to initiate worldwide market research to establish the requirements of such operators. If you see this message, your web browser doesnt support javascript or javascript is disabled. The aircraftwhich was rated for singlepilot instrument operationfeatures a composite main rotor system that delivers enhanced performance, active noise canceling and vibration control, and a pair of turbomeca arriel 2s1 engines with full authority digital engine control. Sikorsky recognizes helijet for 30 years of safe s76 flight. Sikorskys new s76d evaluated by former north sea helicopter. S76 is defined as sikorsky s 76 helicopter very frequently.
On paper, the plan for the s76d looked like a slamdunk when sikorsky announced it in 2005. H76 eagle anunciado em 1985, o eagle foi uma versao militar e naval do s76b, nenhum vendido. The sikorsky s76 is an american mediumsize commercial utility helicopter, manufactured by the sikorsky aircraft corporation. Sikorskys development of the uh60 black hawk served as the basis for the s74, which was later redesignated the s76 spirit in honor of the u. Allerdings konnen helikopter auch bei schlechter sicht fliegen. The sikorsky s 76 has a cruise speed of 155 miles per hour, getting you to your destination quickly and avoiding unnecessary traffic delays. Dallas, march 8, 2017 prnewswire sikorsky today recognized helijet international for 30 years of safe scheduled airline and charter operations with s 76 helicopters. The sikorsky s97 raider is a highspeed scout and attack compound helicopter based on the advancing blade concept abc with a coaxial rotor system under development by sikorsky aircraft. Sikorsky s76 training program highlights continued from previous page sikorsky s76 technicians can participate in flightsafetys master technician program, which provides a fivestep, comprehensive career development path for maintenance professionals. Armed utility transport version, developed from the s 76 mk. In the 1980s, the paf had originally selected the uh1n to fulfill the gunshiptransport requirement but this was abruptly changed to the s 76. The helicopter was conceived of as a vehicle for corporate transport and oil industry use.
The s 76 was designed to replace small business jets for short to medium business trips. The design accommodates 2 pilots and 12 passengers, to accommodate an oil rig crew change, and. The protoype sikorsky s76a spirit made its first flight at the companys development flight center, west palm beach, florida 06fa. May 22, 20 for those looking for militarygrade reliability with a more customized luxurious feel, then the sikorsky s76 is the choice for you. Testbed with single seat cockpit added to existing nose. Sikorsky s76 s76 s76 helicopter premiumwooddesigns.
Flightsafetys matrix system is used for both pilot and maintenance training. Sikorsky, a lockheed martin company weve been pioneering flight solutions that bring people home everywhere, every time since 1923. The sikorsky s76 is an american mediumsize commercial utility helicopter, manufactured by. Sikorsky s 76 is a multirole, mediumsize utility helicopter manufactured by sikorsky aircraft, a subsidiary of sikorsky aircraft. The sikorsky s 76 helicopter advance demonstrator of operators workload shadow had a singlepilot advanced cockpit grafted to its nose. Steve ginter founded ginter books, naval fighters series in 1980 while working in district and regional management positions for thrifty drugs. Sikorsky s development of the uh60 black hawk served as the basis for the s74, which was later redesignated the s 76 spirit in honor of the u.
Introduced in 1977, the s 76 series has had a long legacy of supporting our customers with reliability and comfort. The s70 black hawk derivative is presently in use in the. The s 76 is powered by two turboshafts which combine to drive the main and tail rotors, each with four blades. Compare price and specifications of all sikorsky s 76 models in our listings.
Two 2 s70a blackhawks also arrived together with the three auh76. Sikorsky s s76 is a well known fair size corporate and oil apparatus help helicopter. Feb 25, 2016 swansea university to cardiff direction, swales. Sikorsky s76d helicopter flies into las vegas for heliexpo 2018 aintv express duration. The number 2 sikorsky s76 prototype, sn 76002, makes the types first flight, march 1977.
Sikorsky s76 the executives choice private jet charters. Sikorsky recognizes helijet for 30 years of safe s76. Sikorsky helicopters are used by all branches of the united states armed forces and by businesses and governments all over the world. Mit diesem modell verungluckte kobe bryant am sonntag. The s76a is a variant of the s 76 medium commercial utility helicopter manufactured by the sikorsky helicopter company of america. Information on modern military helicopters, including attack, reconnaissance and utility helicopters. Civil aviation authority master minimum equipment list supplement sikorsky helicopter s 76 series revision 0c 6 february 20 ii. In 1975 silorsky began the development of a 14seat commercial helicopter designated sikorsky s 76, and later named spirit. The s76 features twin turboshaft engines, fourbladed main and tail rotors, and retractable landing gear. Aviation photos of sikorsky s76 aircraft shared by photographers from around the world. Sikorsky s16 great war aircraft in profile 1 97818912681.
The s 76 features twin turboshaft engines, fourbladed main and tail rotors, and retractable landing gear. The sikorsky s 76 is an american mediumsize commercial utility helicopter, manufactured by the sikorsky aircraft corporation. The maiden flight of s 76 took place on march 1977. Two of the auh76 helicopters were configured as rescue helicopters, thus placing the 505th air rescue squadron of the 205th helicopter wing under 15th strike wing control, on 1 april 1984. In order to deliver a personalized, responsive service and to improve the site, we remember and store information about how you use it. Over 200 sikorsky s76s were in operation throughout the world in 1983 and principal operators include air logistics, okanagan helicopters, votec in brazil, and bristow in the uk. Aircraft bluebook helicopter sikorsky sikorsky s76. At the time of its service entry with the paf in 1984, the type was controversial to say the least. As an attack helicopter, the auh76 saw action not only in mindanao but also in the visayas and northern luzon as well. Together with lockheed martin, we bring an unwavering commitment to help our customers succeed. Sikorsky s commercial line of helicopters includes the commercial s70 black hawk derivative, s92 helibus and the s 76. It was principally designed and developed for chc helicopter corporation, canada. Heres the latest on my 172 s 76 that a couple of you out there. Ains own helicopter pilot, randy padfield, had the chance to fly the new helicopter at hai.
The design accommodates 2 pilots and 12 passengers, to accommodate an oil rig crew change, and was initially powered by two allison 250 c30 turboshaft engines of 650 shp takeoff power each. In the next four years the turbotrain was designed, the s67 blackhawk armed helicopter and the assault support patrol boat aspb warship designed for riverine warfare. More than 800 s 76 helicopters have been delivered to various operators. The s92 was developed from the sikorsky s70 helicopter and has similar parts such as flight control and rotor systems. The sikorsky s 76 is an american multipurpose mediumsize commercial helicopter. Sikorsky s76 spirit helicopter development history. Sikorsky s76, pictures, technical data, history barrie. Armed military helicopter derived from s76 utility. Provision for armour, defensive avionics, gun and rocket pods, atgms and sighting equipment. This is done using simple text files called cookies which sit on your computer. The original concept of the lhx program was to produce a oneman helicopter that could do more than a twoman aircraft. A compendium of sikorsky aviations history in photos from 1927 to 1977. The sikorsky s 76 is a helicopter that seats up to 7 passengers and has a range of 345 nautical miles.
Here youll find current best sellers in books, new releases in books, deals in books, kindle ebooks, audible audiobooks, and so much more. Moving along from the auh76, from 1985 sikorsky promoted an h76 eagle gunship derivative of the s76, with selfsealing fuel tanks, armored seats, provisions for door guns and a multipurpose pylon system mpss, providing weapons pylons to provide four stores attachments. Visit skygeek, your aviation superstore, for information about the tronair high pressure 03,000 psi shock strut gauge. In the 1970s, the sikorsky company introduced a new light helicopter. The sikorsky s92 is an american twinengine mediumlift helicopter built by sikorsky aircraft for the civil and military helicopter markets. Sikorsky s76 private jet charters air charter flights. Business air directory of sikorsky helicopters for sale includes both the s 76 and the sikorsky s92, their most advanced helicopter. One aircraft converted for testing of technology and equipment intended for next generation helicopters such as lhx. Sikorsky planned to offer it for the united states armys armed aerial scout program, along with other possible uses.
With the s76d, sikorsky takes a classic and makes it state of the art. Accidents and incidents involving the sikorsky s76. Sikorsky s 76 not one currently available unless you count the version in abacus the whirlybirds and i dont pretty poor representation imo. It covers a great number of combat helicopters in service today.
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