First flight of the world's first truly amphibious helicopter (Sikorsky S-62)

Thursday, May 22, 1958

 

Description

The Sikorsky S-62 had been designed from the outset to be amphibious with a boat hull. The aircraft was subsequently developed into the HH-52A Seaguard for the U.S. Coast Guard.

 

Aircraft related to this milestone
Sikorsky S-62

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