50th Anniversary of CH-54 Skycrane’s Maiden Flight
Source: Erickson Air-Crane, 11-May-12
May 9, 2012 marked the 50th anniversary of the maiden flight of the CH-54, the military version of the S-64 Aircrane (“Aircrane”). The basic concept of the heavy-lift, or “crane,” helicopters was an early dream of aviation pioneer Igor Sikorsky. The Aircrane was designed, developed, and produced as a multi-purpose, heavy-lift aircraft. Over the years, the [...]
South Australia contracts with Erickson Air Crane again
Source: 9MSN, 19-Jul-10
South Australia’s firefighting efforts will be boosted by an Erickson Air Crane this fire danger season.
