Have you ever seen a CH-53 refueling while transporting an F-35C? 😮
The CH-53 Sea Stallion (Sikorsky S-65) is an American family of heavy-lift transport helicopters designed and built by Sikorsky Aircraft. Originally developed for use by the United States Marine Corps, it is currently in service with Germany, Iran, and Israel. The United States Air Force operated the HH-53 „Super Jolly Green Giant“ during the late– and post–Vietnam-War era, updating most of them as the MH-53 Pave Low.
Maximum speed: 170 kn (200 mph, 310 km/h)
Max takeoff weight: 42,000 lb (19,051 kg)
Cruise speed: 150 kn (170 mph, 280 km/h)
Range: 540 nmi (620 mi, 1,000 km)
Rate of climb: 2,460 ft/min (12.5 m/s)
Service ceiling: 16,750 ft (5,110 m)
The Sikorsky CH-53 Sea Stallion is a heavy lift military transport helicopter. The CH-53A carries a crew of four; pilot, copilot, crew chief, and an aerial observer. It can carry various payloads, including up to 38 fully-equipped troops, 24 litters with medical attendants, an internal cargo load of 8,000 pounds (3,600 kg), or an external load of 13,000 pounds (5,900 kg) on the single-point sling hook.
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