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CH-3C
Sikorsky · USA
Derived from the Navy’s Sea King, the CH-3C was the Air Force’s heavy-lift and rescue variant. It featured a rear loading ramp and the ability to land on water, making it perfect for retrieving downed pilots behind enemy lines.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1962 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 261 km/h |
| Range | 748 km |
| Ceiling | 3,400 m |
| Engines | 2x General Electric T58-GE-1 turboshafts |
Armament & Payload
Varied: Door-mounted machine guns.