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Helicopter
H-19 Chickasaw
Sikorsky · USA
Known as the S-55 commercially, the H-19 was a breakthrough in design with its engine mounted in the nose, leaving the cabin free for troops or litters. It proved the viability of the helicopter for transport and rescue.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1950 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 163 km/h |
| Range | 490 km |
| Ceiling | 3,200 m |
| Engines | 1x Pratt & Whitney R-1340-57 radial engine |
Armament & Payload
Generally unarmed; used for transport and MedEvac.