Large Helicopters
Sikorsky S-92
ICAO: S92
Overview
The Sikorsky S-76D represents the latest major evolution of the long-running S-76 family. Introduced in the 2010s, it incorporates upgraded engines, avionics, and rotor systems. The helicopter is widely used for offshore energy transport and VIP missions.
Specifications
Units
- Engine
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- Engine type
- Turbine
- Thrust
- 1,050 lbf · 5 kN
- Avionics
- Thales Avionics
- Wing tips
- No winglets
- Seats
- 12
- Crew
- —
- Cabin width
- 6 ft 4 in · 1.93 m
- Cabin height
- 4 ft 5 in · 1.35 m
- Cabin length
- 7 ft 11 in · 2.41 m
- Exterior length
- 52 ft 6 in · 16.00 m
- Tail height
- —
- Fuselage diameter
- —
- Wing span
- 44 ft 0 in · 13.41 m
- Baggage volume
- 38 ft³ · 1.1 m³
- Gross weight
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- Empty weight
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- Max takeoff weight
- 11,700 lb · 5,300 kg
- Max landing weight
- —
- Max payload
- 3,500 lb · 1,600 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 300 gal · 1,100 L · 900 kg (Jet A)
- Max cruise speed
- 155 kt · 178 mph · 287 km/h
- Maximum speed
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- Cruise speed
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- Approach speed
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- Range
- 441 nm · 510 mi · 820 km
- Fuel burn
- 1.49 nm/gal · 0.73 km/L
- Ceiling
- 15,000 ft · 4,600 m
- Rate of climb
- —
- Takeoff distance
- —
- Landing distance
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Operational Context
Sikorsky S-76D — twin-engine utility helicopter
The S-76D first flew in 2009 and entered service in 2012 as an advanced development of earlier S-76 variants. It introduced composite main rotor blades and a modern glass cockpit. The airframe retained the streamlined fuselage that has characterized the series since the late 1970s.
Power is provided by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW210S turboshaft engines, each producing approximately 1,077 shaft horsepower. Cruise speed approaches 155 knots (287 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 11,700 pounds (5,307 kg), supporting a typical seating capacity of 12 passengers.
The S-76D has become a standard aircraft for offshore oil and gas operators and corporate transport providers. Its updated systems improve fuel efficiency and reliability compared with earlier versions. The model continues the S-76’s role as a benchmark in the medium twin helicopter segment.