Sikorsky S-76 Aircraft 1980s
2 used Sikorsky S-76 aircraft for sale 1980s · updated 8 hours ago
About the Sikorsky S-76
The Sikorsky S-76 is one of the most successful corporate and EMS helicopters ever built — a fast, smooth, twin-engine medium helicopter designed from the start for civil executive and offshore work. Variants span the S-76A through the S-76C++ and the modern S-76D, differing in engines (Allison/Turbomeca/ Pratt & Whitney), avionics and performance. It is the benchmark executive medium twin, equally at home in VIP, EMS and offshore roles.
Sikorsky S-76 Specifications
Model specThe Sikorsky S-76 is a aircraft with a cruise speed of 155 kt (287 km/h), a range of 345–449 nm (639–832 km), and a useful load of 4,803 lbs (2,179 kg).
2 Sikorsky S-76 For Sale
Sikorsky S-76 Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-76B | 1986–now | 14 | — | — | — | from $1.4M | — | 4 |
| S-76C+ | 1979–now | 14 | 155 kts (287 km/h) | 449 nm (832 km) | — | — | — | 5 |
| S-76C++ | 2006–now | 13 | 155 kts (287 km/h) | 345 nm (639 km) | 4,803 lbs (2,179 kg) | from $1.9M | — | 7 |
| S-76D | 2006–now | 15 | 155 kts (287 km/h) | 411 nm (761 km) | — | — | — | 1 |
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Sikorsky S-76 Price & Cost
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Buying a Used Sikorsky S-76
When buying a Sikorsky S-76, the biggest value drivers are engine time since overhaul, maintenance-record completeness, damage history and avionics.
What to check before buying
- Engine time to overhaul — hours and years remaining drive price more than total airframe time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records protect value.
- Damage history — any prior accident or incident; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a modern glass panel vs legacy steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.
Frequently Asked Questions — Sikorsky S-76
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Sikorsky S-76 Inventory by Country
| United States | 14 |
| Brazil | 4 |
| Canada | 1 |
| MC | 1 |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 1 |
Sikorsky S-76 Inventory by State
| Florida | 4 |
| California | 2 |
| Maryland | 2 |
| New Jersey | 2 |
Other Sikorsky Helicopters
| Sikorsky S-76C | 5 |
| Sikorsky S-76B | 4 |
| Sikorsky S-92 | 3 |
| Sikorsky S-92A | 1 |
Sikorsky S-76 Safety Record
Across all S-76 variants, 47 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1983–2013. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 23, 2013 | United Kingdom, | Incident | — |
| Mar 15, 2013 | Grand Lake, LA | Fatal (3) | Fracture of the red tail rotor blade spar, which resulted in the separation and departure of the red tail rotor blade fr… |
| Sep 24, 2012 | Theodore, AL | Incident | The pilot's failure to maintain adequate obstacle clearance while taxiing. |
| Apr 17, 2012 | Gulf of Mexico, LA | Incident | The intermittent loss of engine power due to a "stuck" stepper motor in the No. 2 engine's fuel control as a result of a… |
| Dec 24, 2009 | Gulf of Mexico, GM | Incident | The pilot's failure to fully land the helicopter prior to entering a turn in strong, crosswind conditions, which resulte… |
NTSB records 1983–2013. Includes all Sikorsky S-76 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.