AW139 vs S-92 Superhawk
Italian multi-purpose helicopter, highly significant in SAR, EMS, offshore transportation, law enforcement roles, since its introduction in 2003. | |
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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. | |
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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 |
Service ceiling | 6,096 m |
Max. takeoff weight | 6,400 kg |
Empty weight | 3,622 kg |
Total thrust | 2 x 1,141 kW ◉ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of S-92 Superhawk by Ronnie Robertson.