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S-76
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The Sikorsky S-76 Spirit is a medium-size commercial utility helicopter, originally designed for the offshore oil industry. It is also widely used for corporate and VIP transport, search and rescue, and other utility roles.
Specifications
| Type | Helicopter |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky Aircraft |
| Introduced | 1979 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 287 km/h |
| Range | 813 km |
| Crew | 2 |
| Weight | 5.3 t |
History
Developed in the United States, it entered service in 1979 and has been adopted by various civilian and military operators worldwide.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | 8 | confirmed |
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