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Sikorsky H-92 Superhawk

The Sikorsky S-92 stands as a twin-engine medium-lift helicopter manufactured by Sikorsky Aircraft, designed for civil utility purposes. Its military counterpart is the Sikorsky H-92. In response to the oil crisis of 1973, gas companies were compelled to explore offshore areas more extensively for oil, creating a demand for a more suitable rotorcraft. The designed…

Sikorsky S-76 (AUH-76)

The Sikorsky S-76 Spirit, a medium-sized commercial utility helicopter, has been manufactured by the Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation since 1977. Designed to serve as a medium-size corporate transport and support helicopter for oil rigs, the Spirit represents Sikorsky’s inaugural venture intended exclusively for commercial use. The aircraft features twin Rolls Royce (Allison) 250-C30S turboshaft engines driving…

Sikorsky S-92

The Sikorsky S-92 stands as a twin-engine medium-lift helicopter meticulously crafted by Sikorsky Aircraft for civilian utility. Its military counterpart, the Sikorsky H-92, mirrors the design principles of the S-92. Triggered by the 1973 oil crisis, gas companies sought oil reserves further offshore, necessitating a rotorcraft that could meet this demand. The engineered aircraft excelled…

Piper Navajo

The Piper PA-31 Navajo, introduced in 1967, represents a family of twin-engined civil utility aircraft targeting the corporate and general aviation market. The initial PA-31, conceived at the request of company founder William T. Piper in 1962, was partially derived from the Twin Comanche, featuring two Lycoming TIO-540-A turbocharged engines housed in “tiger shark” cowlings….

Piper Seneca

The Piper PA-34-200 Seneca is a twin-engined light aircraft, mainly used as a personal or business aircraft. The model has been manufactured in the United States by Piper Aircraft, since 1971 to this day. To create the prototype for the PA-34-200 Seneca, Piper used a modified single-engine Cherokee Six, retaining the nose engine, but affixing wing-mounted engines to the…

PZL Mielec M28

The PZL M28 Skytruck stands as a versatile light cargo and passenger aircraft renowned for its short take-off and landing capabilities, manufactured by PZL Mielec in Poland. Originating from the license-built Antonov An-28, the PZL M28 underwent significant enhancements under PZL Mielec’s stewardship. The aircraft received new Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A powerplants, modernized avionics,…

Piper Aztec

The Piper PA-23 marked Piper’s debut into the realm of twin-engine aircraft, representing a strategic move to excel in general aviation. Piper acquired the PA-23 designs from Stinson Aircraft Company through a division purchase. Following the prototype’s inaugural flight, Piper found it necessary to implement modifications to the original design. This included the replacement of…

Piper Cherokee

The Piper PA-28 Cherokee stands as a family of nonpressurized, single-engine, light aircraft expertly manufactured by Piper Aircraft. Initially designed for applications such as flight training, air taxi services, and personal use, the PA-28 series eventually emerged as a formidable competitor to top-tier aircraft like the Cessna 172. The inaugural PA-28-140 Cherokee Cruiser featured Lycoming…

Piper Cheyenne II

The Piper PA-31T Cheyenne, a development stemming from the preceding PA-31P Navajo, witnessed Piper’s initial engine upgrade to twin Pratt & Whitney PT6A-28s. Subsequent modifications to the design included extending the fuselage and refining the aerodynamics. Production of the Piper PA-31T spanned from 1974 to 1985. Red Box is delighted to present a comprehensive range…

Piper Cheyenne III

The Piper PA-42 Cheyenne, a turboprop aircraft introduced in 1979 by Piper Aircraft, aimed to directly compete with the Beechcraft King Air series. Development was based on the preceding PA-31T Cheyenne’s design, leading to the christening of the new aircraft as the Piper Cheyenne III. Simultaneously, Piper aspired to create a light business jet to…