The CH-53 Sea Stallion (Sikorsky S-65) is a family of American heavy-lift transport helicopters designed and built by the American manufacturer Sikorsky Aircraft.

The CH-53D Sea Stallion is a medium lift helicopter used by the Marines Corps. It is being replaced by the MV-22 Osprey and the heavy lift mission has been taken over by the more …

The Museum's example of the Sea Stallion is a CH-53D (Bureau Number 157159) that was delivered in May 1970. It was one of the last CH-53Ds to serve in the Marine Corps, flying its …

Feb 21, 2012 · Pacific Aviation Museum’s newest aircraft is a Sikorsky CH-53D Sea Stallion, S/N 157173. The CH-53 has been the Marines’ heavy lift helicopter since the days of the Vietnam …

Dec 9, 2022 · Developed by Sikorsky, the MH-53E is a reconfigured version of the CH-53E Super Stallion presently being used by the Marine Corps. The prototype, MH-53E, made its first flight …

The CH-53 Sea Stallion is the common name for the Sikorsky S-65 family of heavy-lift transport helicopters. These were originally developed for use by the Marine Corps as they sought a …

Apr 29, 2021 · CH-53D - Powered folding main rotor; increased cabin space for up to 55 passengers; improved transmission system; USMC usage; 125 production examples.

Sep 19, 2012 · The CH-53D Sea Stallion supported the Marine Air Ground Task Force commander by providing assault support transport of heavy equipment, combat troops, and …

The CH-53E is a follow-on for its predecessor, the CH-53D. Improvements include the addition of a third engine to give the aircraft the ability to lift the majority of the Fleet Marine Force's …

Oct 8, 2024 · CH-53D Sea Stallion The CH-53 is the older version of the Sikorsky Stallion series, making its maiden flight on October 14, 1964 (as the YCH-53 prototype), with the CH-53A …