IATA S92ICAO S92

Sikorsky S-92

Sikorsky

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Versatile medium-lift helicopter for offshore and utility operations.

First flight

1998

Category

Medium-lift helicopter

Seating

19 passengers (typical offshore configuration)

Range

999 km

Engines

Two General Electric CT7-8A turboshafts

Status

In production

The Sikorsky S-92 is a twin-engine medium-lift helicopter developed by Sikorsky Aircraft, a subsidiary of Lockheed Martin. It was designed for a wide range of missions including offshore oil and gas transport, search and rescue, VIP transport, and military utility roles. The aircraft draws on technology from the military UH-60 Black Hawk family. The S-92 entered commercial service in 2004 and has become one of the most widely used helicopters in the offshore energy sector, particularly in the North Sea, Gulf of Mexico, and Brazilian waters. Its spacious cabin, twin-engine reliability, and advanced avionics made it a popular choice for operators needing to transport crews to offshore platforms. The S-92 has also seen significant use in government and SAR roles, operated by coast guards and military organizations around the world. Canada, Ireland, Norway, and several other nations have selected the type for search and rescue missions, often in demanding maritime environments.

Notable operators

Major operators include Bristow Group, CHC Helicopter, Petroleum Helicopters, Irish Coast Guard, and the Canadian Coast Guard.

Notable facts

›First flight took place on December 23, 1998.
›Certified by the FAA in 2002 and entered commercial service in 2004.
›Based on dynamic components derived from the military UH-60 Black Hawk.
›Selected by several nations, including Ireland and Canada, for search and rescue operations.
›The S-92 has logged millions of flight hours in offshore oil and gas operations worldwide.