American helicopters

Sikorsky CH-54Tarhe · S-64 Skycrane

Flying crane with a thin fuselage, built to carry heavy loads under the helicopter; today used for fire fighting.

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First flight1962
ManufacturerSikorsky
CountryUnited States
TypeHeavy-lift crane helicopter
StatusIn service (civil)

History

Flying crane with a thin fuselage, built to carry heavy loads under the helicopter; today used for fire fighting.

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