The Sikorsky S-67 Blackhawk was a private-venture prototype attack helicopter that Sikorsky built in 1970 with its own research and development funds. It was a tandem two-seat aircraft designed around the dynamic drive and rotor systems of the Sikorsky S-61, and it could serve as an attack helicopter or carry up to eight troops into combat. It followed Sikorsky S-66 bid for the US Army Advanced Aerial Fire Support System programme, and it first flew on 20 August 1970.
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Design and development
The Blackhawk first flew on 20 August 1970.
Specifications
Powerplant: 2 × General Electric T58-GE-5 turboshaft engines
Specifications, mass
Empty weight: 12,514 lb (5,676 kg)
Specifications, maximum mass
Max takeoff weight: 22,050 lb (10,002 kg)
Specifications, top speed
Maximum speed: 168 kn (193 mph, 311 km/h)
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The Sikorsky S-67 Blackhawk was a private-venture, prototype attack helicopter built in 1970 with Sikorsky Aircraft research and development (R&D) funds.
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