Orlando-Sanford International Airport-based Vertical Aviation Technologies, Inc. recently purchased type certificate 1H2 from Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, which represents the FAA design approval for the S-52 series helicopters Sikorsky originally developed and certified. Vertical plans to release its own version to the commercial marketplace as the new four-place S-52L Hummingbird.
Hummingbird Allows Vertical Aviation to Reenter Commercial Market
Key Takeaways:
- Vertical Aviation Technologies acquired the FAA type certificate for Sikorsky's S-52 helicopters to launch its new S-52L Hummingbird into the commercial market.
- The S-52L Hummingbird is a significantly redesigned model, updating various components and systems to meet the latest FAA regulatory requirements.
- Powered by a new 245 hp fuel-injected engine, the S-52L also incorporates modern safety features compliant with FAR 27 occupant safety standards.
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