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S-61

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This HFI model is part of the world's largest public display of scale model helicopters. It was built by Bill Topping.

Aircraft Specifications
First Flight:
1960
Main Rotor:
62 ft.
Engine:
2 x 1,250 shp General Electric T58-GE-18
Max Speed:
166 mph
Height:
16 ft., 10 in.
Length:
72 ft. 8in.
Gross Weight:
20,500 lbs.
Empty Weight:
12,450 lbs.


The S-61 was ordered by the U.S. Navy to upgrade the outdated S-58. The aircraft had all-weather capabilities and, as designated the SH-3A, was fitted as an antisubmarine aircraft. The S-61, S-61L and S-61N commercial models were similar to the SH-3A. The S-61L was a land version with non-retractable landing gear. It could carry thirty passengers and a crew of three.

Works Referenced


S-58 (Coast Guard H-34) | Page 25 of 39 | S-61