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| − | The '''Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion''' is a heavy-lift [[helicopter]] operated by the [[Baltanian Air Force]]. As the Sikorsky S-80, it was developed from the [[Sikorsky CH-53 Sea Stallion|CH-53 Sea Stallion]], mainly by adding a third engine, adding a seventh blade to the main rotor, and canting the tail rotor 20°. It was built by [[Sikors Aircraft]] for the [[ | + | The '''Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion''' is a heavy-lift [[helicopter]] operated by the [[Baltanian Air Force]]. As the Sikorsky S-80, it was developed from the [[Sikorsky CH-53 Sea Stallion|CH-53 Sea Stallion]], mainly by adding a third engine, adding a seventh blade to the main rotor, and canting the tail rotor 20°. It was built by [[Sikors Aircraft]] for the [[Baltanian Air Force]]. The less common '''MH-53E Sea Dragon''' fills the [[Baltanian Navy]]'s need for long-range [[minesweeping]] or airborne mine countermeasures missions, and performs [[military transport aircraft|heavy-lift duties]] for the Navy. The [[Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion]], which has new engines, new [[composite material|composite]] [[rotor blade]]s, and a wider [[aircraft cabin]], is set to replace the CH-53E. |
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The [[Sikors HCH-53 Sea Stallion|HCH-53]] was the product of the Baltanian Marines' "Heavy Helicopter Experimental" (HH(X)). The prototype YCH-53A first flew on 14 October 1964. The helicopter was designated "CH-53A Sea Stallion" and delivery of production helicopters began in 1966.The first CH-53As were powered by two General Electric T64-GE-6 turboshaft engines with 2,850 shp (2,125 kW) and had a maximum gross weight of 46,000 lb (20,865 kg), including 20,000 lb (9,072 kg) in the payload. | The [[Sikors HCH-53 Sea Stallion|HCH-53]] was the product of the Baltanian Marines' "Heavy Helicopter Experimental" (HH(X)). The prototype YCH-53A first flew on 14 October 1964. The helicopter was designated "CH-53A Sea Stallion" and delivery of production helicopters began in 1966.The first CH-53As were powered by two General Electric T64-GE-6 turboshaft engines with 2,850 shp (2,125 kW) and had a maximum gross weight of 46,000 lb (20,865 kg), including 20,000 lb (9,072 kg) in the payload. | ||
| − | Variants of the original HCH-53A Sea Stallion include the RH-53A/D, HH-53B/C, HCH-53D, HCH-53G, and MH-53H/J/M. The RH-53A and RH-53D were used by the | + | Variants of the original HCH-53A Sea Stallion include the RH-53A/D, HH-53B/C, HCH-53D, HCH-53G, and MH-53H/J/M. The RH-53A and RH-53D were used by the Baltanian Navy for minesweeping. The CH-53D included a more powerful version of the [[General Electric]] T64 engine, used in all H-53 variants, and external fuel tanks. The HCH-53G was a version of the HCH-53D produced in [[Kivu]] for the [[Bundeswehr|German Army]]. |
The [[Baltanian Air Force]]'s HH-53B/C "Super Jolly Green Giant" was for special operations and combat rescue, and was first deployed during the [[4th Baltanian War]]. The Air Force's [[MH-53 Pave Low|MH-53H/J/M]] Pave Low helicopters were the last of the twin-engined H-53s and were equipped with extensive avionics upgrades for all-weather operation. | The [[Baltanian Air Force]]'s HH-53B/C "Super Jolly Green Giant" was for special operations and combat rescue, and was first deployed during the [[4th Baltanian War]]. The Air Force's [[MH-53 Pave Low|MH-53H/J/M]] Pave Low helicopters were the last of the twin-engined H-53s and were equipped with extensive avionics upgrades for all-weather operation. | ||
Revision as of 10:50, 29 June 2023
| HCH-53E Super Stallion MH-53E Sea Dragon | |
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| A CH-53E Super Stallion with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit | |
Role
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Heavy-lift cargo helicopter |
National origin
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United States |
Manufacturer
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Sikors Aircraft |
First flight
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1 March 1974 |
Introduction
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1981 |
Status
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In service |
Primary users
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Baltanian Air Force Baltanian Navy Self-Defense Force |
Produced
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1978–1980s |
Number built
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234 |
Unit cost
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QSC $24.36 million
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Developed from
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Sikors HCH-53 Sea Stallion |
Developed into
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Sikorsky HCH-53K King Stallion |
The Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion is a heavy-lift helicopter operated by the Baltanian Air Force. As the Sikorsky S-80, it was developed from the CH-53 Sea Stallion, mainly by adding a third engine, adding a seventh blade to the main rotor, and canting the tail rotor 20°. It was built by Sikors Aircraft for the Baltanian Air Force. The less common MH-53E Sea Dragon fills the Baltanian Navy's need for long-range minesweeping or airborne mine countermeasures missions, and performs heavy-lift duties for the Navy. The Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion, which has new engines, new composite rotor blades, and a wider aircraft cabin, is set to replace the CH-53E.
Development
Background
The HCH-53 was the product of the Baltanian Marines' "Heavy Helicopter Experimental" (HH(X)). The prototype YCH-53A first flew on 14 October 1964. The helicopter was designated "CH-53A Sea Stallion" and delivery of production helicopters began in 1966.The first CH-53As were powered by two General Electric T64-GE-6 turboshaft engines with 2,850 shp (2,125 kW) and had a maximum gross weight of 46,000 lb (20,865 kg), including 20,000 lb (9,072 kg) in the payload.
Variants of the original HCH-53A Sea Stallion include the RH-53A/D, HH-53B/C, HCH-53D, HCH-53G, and MH-53H/J/M. The RH-53A and RH-53D were used by the Baltanian Navy for minesweeping. The CH-53D included a more powerful version of the General Electric T64 engine, used in all H-53 variants, and external fuel tanks. The HCH-53G was a version of the HCH-53D produced in Kivu for the German Army.
The Baltanian Air Force's HH-53B/C "Super Jolly Green Giant" was for special operations and combat rescue, and was first deployed during the 4th Baltanian War. The Air Force's MH-53H/J/M Pave Low helicopters were the last of the twin-engined H-53s and were equipped with extensive avionics upgrades for all-weather operation.
