Sikorsky H04S   anti-submarine / utility helicopter

Sikorsky H04S

Characteristics: Weight: 3,402 max kg Dimensions: 12.8 x 16.2 (wingspan) x 4 metres Propulsion: One 700 hp Pratt & Whitney R-1300-3 radial piston engine Crew: Equipment: Dipping Sonar Weapons: homing torpedoes depth charges Number in Inventory: 3 H04S-2 and 10 H04S-3 Service Dates: 1952- at least 1967 Notes: Three Sikorsky H04S-2 models were purchased in 1952 to act as plane guards off MAGNIFICENT, and ten more -3 models were purchased in 1955 primarily for ASW duties from both MAGNIFICENT and BONAVENTURE. When the RCN began trials to operate helicopters from frigates and destroyers, starting in 1956 from a temporary landing deck structure fitted to HMCS BUCKINGHAM, it was the H04S that participated. Starting in 1963, the RCN began to receive the new Sikorsky Sea King, but the H04S remained in service with the RCN until at least 1967. Photos:  (click on thumbnail for bigger image)  Sea Kings Notes: 1. DND photo, W. Cridland collection, courtesy of Bonnie McIssac. 2. DND photo, W. Cridland collection, courtesy of Bonnie McIssac. 3. An H04S on the deck of MAGNIFICENT. DND photo. 4. An H04S on the deck of MAGNIFICENT. DND photo. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8   Sources: Rankin-Lowe, Jeff. (2001). International Air Power Review - Carrier Aviation Issue. AirTime Publishing.

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