As an attack helicopter, the auh76 saw action not only in mindanao but also in the visayas and northern luzon as well. 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. In order to deliver a personalized, responsive service and to improve the site, we remember and store information about how you use it. Business air directory of sikorsky helicopters for sale includes both the s 76 and the sikorsky s92, their most advanced helicopter. 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 the 1970s, the sikorsky company introduced a new light helicopter. Sikorsky s s76 is a well known fair size corporate and oil apparatus help helicopter. Mit diesem modell verungluckte kobe bryant am sonntag. The number 2 sikorsky s76 prototype, sn 76002, makes the types first flight, march 1977.
Heres the latest on my 172 s 76 that a couple of you out there. The books homepage helps you explore earths biggest bookstore without ever leaving the comfort of your couch. Sikorsky s76 spirit helicopter development history. Sikorsky s 76 not one currently available unless you count the version in abacus the whirlybirds and i dont pretty poor representation imo. 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.
The original concept of the lhx program was to produce a oneman helicopter that could do more than a twoman aircraft. Civil aviation authority master minimum equipment list supplement sikorsky helicopter s 76 series revision 0c 6 february 20 ii. Pages in category accidents and incidents involving the sikorsky s76 the following 4 pages are in this category, out of 4 total. Feb 25, 2016 swansea university to cardiff direction, swales. Sikorsky s76 the executives choice private jet charters. The sikorsky s 76 is an american multipurpose mediumsize commercial helicopter.
The sikorsky s 76 is an american mediumsize commercial utility helicopter, manufactured by the sikorsky aircraft corporation. Steve ginter founded ginter books, naval fighters series in 1980 while working in district and regional management positions for thrifty drugs. Two 2 s70a blackhawks also arrived together with the three auh76. Sikorsky helicopters are used by all branches of the united states armed forces and by businesses and governments all over the world. The s76 features twin turboshaft engines, fourbladed main and tail rotors, and retractable landing gear.
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. May 22, 20 for those looking for militarygrade reliability with a more customized luxurious feel, then the sikorsky s76 is the choice for you. Introduced in 1977, the s 76 series has had a long legacy of supporting our customers with reliability and comfort. The s 76 is powered by two turboshafts which combine to drive the main and tail rotors, each with four blades. The s 76 features twin turboshaft engines, fourbladed main and tail rotors, and retractable landing gear. The s92 was developed from the sikorsky s70 helicopter and has similar parts such as flight control and rotor systems.
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. In 1975 silorsky began the development of a 14seat commercial helicopter designated sikorsky s 76, and later named spirit. Armed utility transport version, developed from the s 76 mk. If you see this message, your web browser doesnt support javascript or javascript is disabled. 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. Sikorsky s76, pictures, technical data, history barrie. 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. Sikorsky s76d helicopter flies into las vegas for heliexpo 2018 aintv express duration. Testbed with single seat cockpit added to existing nose. In the 1980s, the paf had originally selected the uh1n to fulfill the gunshiptransport requirement but this was abruptly changed to the s 76.
More than 800 s 76 helicopters have been delivered to various operators. At the time of its service entry with the paf in 1984, the type was controversial to say the least. Aviation photos of sikorsky s76 aircraft shared by photographers from around the world. Sikorsky s16 great war aircraft in profile 1 97818912681. Together with lockheed martin, we bring an unwavering commitment to help our customers succeed. Ains own helicopter pilot, randy padfield, had the chance to fly the new helicopter at hai.
It was principally designed and developed for chc helicopter corporation, canada. 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. It covers a great number of combat helicopters in service today. The sikorsky s76 is an american mediumsize commercial utility helicopter, manufactured by.
Dallas, march 8, 2017 prnewswire sikorsky today recognized helijet international for 30 years of safe scheduled airline and charter operations with s 76 helicopters. Sikorskys new s76d evaluated by former north sea helicopter. The sikorsky s 76 is a helicopter that seats up to 7 passengers and has a range of 345 nautical miles. H76 eagle anunciado em 1985, o eagle foi uma versao militar e naval do s76b, nenhum vendido. Provision for armour, defensive avionics, gun and rocket pods, atgms and sighting equipment. Sikorsky s76 private jet charters air charter flights. 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. Accidents and incidents involving the sikorsky s76. Compare price and specifications of all sikorsky s 76 models in our listings. The sikorsky s76 is an american mediumsize commercial utility helicopter, manufactured by the sikorsky aircraft corporation. With the s76d, sikorsky takes a classic and makes it state of the art. Visit skygeek, your aviation superstore, for information about the tronair high pressure 03,000 psi shock strut gauge. One aircraft converted for testing of technology and equipment intended for next generation helicopters such as lhx. The s70 black hawk derivative is presently in use in the.
Sikorsky recognizes helijet for 30 years of safe s76. Sikorsky s 76 is a multirole, mediumsize utility helicopter manufactured by sikorsky aircraft, a subsidiary of sikorsky aircraft. Flightsafetys matrix system is used for both pilot and maintenance training. The design accommodates 2 pilots and 12 passengers, to accommodate an oil rig crew change, and. This is done using simple text files called cookies which sit on your computer. The s76a is a variant of the s 76 medium commercial utility helicopter manufactured by the sikorsky helicopter company of america. The sikorsky s 76 has a cruise speed of 155 miles per hour, getting you to your destination quickly and avoiding unnecessary traffic delays. The sikorsky s 76 helicopter advance demonstrator of operators workload shadow had a singlepilot advanced cockpit grafted to its nose. Aircraft bluebook helicopter sikorsky sikorsky s76. 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 planned to offer it for the united states armys armed aerial scout program, along with other possible uses. S76 is defined as sikorsky s 76 helicopter very frequently.
Sikorsky s commercial line of helicopters includes the commercial s70 black hawk derivative, s92 helibus and the s 76. Allerdings konnen helikopter auch bei schlechter sicht fliegen. Here youll find current best sellers in books, new releases in books, deals in books, kindle ebooks, audible audiobooks, and so much more. 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. 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. Sikorsky recognizes helijet for 30 years of safe s76 flight.
Sikorsky, a lockheed martin company weve been pioneering flight solutions that bring people home everywhere, every time since 1923. Information on modern military helicopters, including attack, reconnaissance and utility helicopters. Sikorsky started advancement deal with the s76 for a period named spirit in the mid 1970s and utilized innovations and experience picked up from the military s70 bl. The protoype sikorsky s76a spirit made its first flight at the companys development flight center, west palm beach, florida 06fa.
A compendium of sikorsky aviations history in photos from 1927 to 1977. Armed military helicopter derived from s76 utility. Moving along from the auh 76, 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. The maiden flight of s 76 took place on march 1977. On paper, the plan for the s76d looked like a slamdunk when sikorsky announced it in 2005. The sikorsky s92 is an american twinengine mediumlift helicopter built by sikorsky aircraft for the civil and military helicopter markets.