Heavy lifter. Topeka, KS.
Category Photography / Miscellaneous
Species Unspecified / Any
Size 1022 x 770px
File Size 212.2 kB
The Sikorsky S-64 SkyCrane design was adopted by the military early in May, 1962. It soon received the designation CH-54 Tarhe and became one of the United States Army's most invaluable behind-the-scenes aircraft of all time. Essentially nothing but a cockpit, rotor, and fuselage, the CH-54 could pick up heavier loads than any other helicopter, and became the hero of the Vietnam-era United States Taxpayer. The CH-54 alone saved 210 million dollars worth of 380 downed aircraft, all of which were repaired and thrown back into service.
Very old bird indeed.
Very old bird indeed.
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