Sikorsky S-64 Aircrane
Overview
The Sikorsky S-64 Aircrane is a helicopter aircraft manufactured by Sikorsky, with the profile centered on its heavy lift/firefighting role. Its recorded first flight is 1962-05-09. The current production-status field is listed as In Production. The listed configuration provides for a crew of 3 (pilot, co-pilot, aft-facing load operator) and passenger capacity of Up to 5 occupants. Power is provided by 2 Pratt & Whitney 2 × JFTD12-4A (T73-P-1) turboshaft, 4,500 shp each engines. Recorded dimensions include length 70 ft 3 in (21.41 m), wingspan 72 ft (21.95 m) rotor diameter, height 18 ft 7 in (5.66 m). Maximum takeoff weight is listed as 42,000 lb (19,051 kg). Listed performance includes cruise speed 115 kts (132 mph) kt, maximum speed 115 kts (132 mph) kt, range 200 nm (230 mi) max fuel and reserves nautical miles, service ceiling 10,600 ft hover ceiling IGE (S-64E) ft. Its ICAO type designator is S64. Figures shown here describe the listed type or configuration and may vary by sub-variant, certification basis, or operator fit.
Quick Facts
Specifications
| ICAO Type Code | S64 |
|---|---|
| First Flight | May 9, 1962 |
| Crew | 3 (pilot, co-pilot, aft-facing load operator) |
| Passenger Capacity | Up to 5 occupants |
| Length | 70 ft 3 in (21.41 m) |
| Wingspan / Rotor Diameter | 72 ft (21.95 m) rotor diameter |
| Height | 18 ft 7 in (5.66 m) |
| Empty Weight | 19,234 lb (8,724 kg) |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 42,000 lb (19,051 kg) |
| Cruise Speed | 115 kts (132 mph) |
| Max Speed | 115 kts (132 mph) |
| Range | 200 nm (230 mi) max fuel and reserves |
| Service Ceiling | 10,600 ft hover ceiling IGE (S-64E) |
| Engine Manufacturer | Pratt & Whitney |
| Engine Model | 2 × JFTD12-4A (T73-P-1) turboshaft, 4,500 shp each |
| Engine Count | 2 |
Data verification status: Verified