Sikorsky S-92 vs Sikorsky S-76
The Sikorsky S-92 and S-76 are Sikorsky's offshore/VIP twins of different class — the S-92 is the large heavy twin for long-range crew change and SAR; the S-76 is the sleek, fast light-medium twin for offshore and VIP transport.
Live Market Snapshot
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- Model years available
- 2009–2014
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Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Sikorsky S-92 | Sikorsky S-76 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 6 | 47 |
| Serious | 1 | 9 |
| Fatal | 1 | 13 |
| Fatalities | 17 | 53 |
| % Fatal | 17% | 28% |
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Sikorsky S-92 | Sikorsky S-76 |
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| Price Range | — | — |
| Category | Twin Turbine Helicopter | — |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 19 | — |
| Cruise Speed | 151 kts (280 km/h) | 155 kts (287 km/h) |
| Range | 539 nm (998 km) | 411 nm (761 km) |
| Max Gross Weight | 26,500 lbs (12,020 kg) | 11,700 lbs (5,307 kg) |
| Engines | 2 x Turbo-shaft | — |
Which Should You Buy: Sikorsky S-92 or Sikorsky S-76?
Bottom line: Choose the S-92 for heavy payload, the largest cabin and long-range offshore/SAR capability. Choose the S-76 for a faster, lower-cost light-medium twin when the S-92's size and range aren't required. ================================================================ # CROSS-REFS ================================================================ - Agusta/Bell/Eurocopter mirrors in those files. S-300/S-333 = Schweizer-origin (own brand `schweizer/`).
Pick the S-92 if…
- Longer range — 539 nm vs 411 nm.
Pick the S-76 if…
- Faster cruise — 155 kts vs 151 kts.
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