Overview
The Sikorsky S-72 was an experimental Sikorsky Aircraft compound helicopter developed as the Rotor Systems Research Aircraft (RSRA) for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the United States Army. The RSRA was a testbed for rotor and propulsion systems for high-speed.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 23.14 m |
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| Wingspan | 13.75 m |
| Height | 4.72 m |
Performance
| Max. speed | 555 km/h |
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Powerplant
| Engine model | T58-GE-5 |
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Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
Photos
Photo 1: NASA / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
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