AW139 vs S-92 Superhawk

Italian multi-purpose helicopter, highly significant in SAR, EMS, offshore transportation, law enforcement roles, since its introduction in 2003.
Picture of AW139
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer AgustaWestland
First flight 3 February 2001
Year introduced 2003
Number produced 1100 units
Average unit price $15 million
American civilian utility and military helicopter, known for significant use in search-and-rescue missions worldwide since the 2000s.
Picture of S-92 Superhawk
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Sikorsky
First flight 23 December 1998
Year introduced 2004
Number produced 300 units
Average unit price $32 million
Height 3.7 m
Length 13.8 m
Maximum speed 310 km/h
Operational range 1,061 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,096 m
Max. takeoff weight 6,400 kg
Empty weight 3,622 kg
Total thrust 2 x 1,141 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of AgustaWestland AW139
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Operational range 850 km â—‰
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Profile drawing of Sikorsky S-92 Superhawk

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of S-92 Superhawk by Ronnie Robertson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AW139 or S-92 Superhawk?
The AW139 is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 0 km/h, a difference of 310 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW139 or S-92 Superhawk?
The AW139 has a longer range at 1,061 km compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 850 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW139 or S-92 Superhawk?
The AW139 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW139 or S-92 Superhawk?
The AW139 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,400 kg compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the AW139 or S-92 Superhawk?
The AW139 is longer at 13.8 meters compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW139 or S-92 Superhawk?
The S-92 Superhawk is more expensive at approximately $32 million per unit compared to the AW139 at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the AW139 or S-92 Superhawk?
The AW139 entered service first in 2003, 1 years before the S-92 Superhawk which entered service in 2004.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW139 or S-92 Superhawk?
The AW139 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,100 units compared to 300 units of the S-92 Superhawk.