Lockheed Martin’s Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion heavy-lift helicopter was first introduced in 2015 and boasts a full authority digital fly-by-wire Flight Control System (FCS), which provides all the aircraft motion.
This digital fly-by-wire FCS is essentially an electronic flight control system combined with a digital computer that replaces mechanical control systems in an aircraft, thus making it easier to handle in degraded visual environments. Power comes from three T408 engines, each o fwhich is rated at 7,509 hp, giving the CH-53K the ability to fly 20 knots (37 km/h) faster than its predecessor, the CH-53E.
- Experience the Fascinating Lights and Demo Mode: The flying aircraft has brilliant lights that can change into 7 attractive colors, providing an...
- Enjoy the Ease of Use: This radio controlled helicopter performs a stable hover with its an Upgraded Gyro system. Release your control, and it will...
- Experience Great Durability: With a single modular battery, you can enjoy 15-17 minutes of flight time; two batteries doubles your joy to...
We will take up to 30 fully loaded Marines and [are] able to insert them into a zone in a timely and [safe] manner where they don’t have to risk going in via convoy. We can take them airborne and cut the time drastically that they are in enemy engagement zone essentially,” said Chris Vanderweerd, Marine Corps Capt. who is with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 461.
