Sikorsky S-92
| S-92 / H-92 Superhawk | |
|---|---|
| An S-92 of Bristow Helicopters | |
| General information | |
| Type | Medium-lift transport/utility helicopter |
| National origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky Aircraft |
| Status | In service |
| Primary users | CHC Helicopter |
| Number built | at least 300 |
| History | |
| Manufactured | 1998–present |
| Introduction date | 2004 |
| First flight | December 23, 1998 |
| Developed from | Sikorsky S-70 |
| Variants | Sikorsky CH-148 Cyclone Sikorsky VH-92 |
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The Sikorsky S-92 is an American twin-engine medium-lift helicopter built by Sikorsky Aircraft for the civil and military helicopter markets. The S-92 was developed from the Sikorsky S-70 helicopter and has similar parts such as flight control and rotor systems.
The H-92 Superhawk is a military version of the S-92 in the utility transport role, capable of carrying 22 troops. The H-92 can also be configured for specific missions, including search and rescue and executive transportation. The CH-148 Cyclone is a shipboard maritime helicopter variant developed for the Royal Canadian Air Force to support naval operations of the Royal Canadian Navy. The Sikorsky VH-92 is a variant under development to replace the United States Marine Corps' Marine One U.S. Presidential transport fleet.