Sikorsky Puts S-76D On Ice, Seeks License Production Partner

Sikorsky S-76 helicopter
Credit: Sikorsky Archives
DALLAS—Amid lackluster sales and costly new certification requirements, Sikorsky is no longer accepting orders for the S-76D, effectively shutting down the 45-year-old medium helicopter program. At the same time, Sikorsky is evaluating potential partnerships to set up license production overseas...
Guy Norris

Guy is a Senior Editor for Aviation Week, covering technology and propulsion. He is based in Colorado Springs.

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