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NAS Norfolk, Norfolk Virginia
Sikorsky SH-3H 'Sea King' SN: 148042

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Description
Notes: SH-3G modified to improve asw performance and add asmd (ANTI-SHIP MISSILE DEFENSE) capability.
  Manufacturer:Sikorsky
  Base model:H-3
  Designation:SH-3
  Version:H
  Nickname:Sea King
  Designation System:U.S. Tri-Service
  Designation Period:1962-Present
  Basic role:Helicopter
  Modified Mission:Anti-submarine
  Crew:4
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  Serial/Bureau Number:148042
  Location:NAS Norfolk, Norfolk Virginia

Specifications
  Length: 72' 9" 22.1 m
  Wingspan: 62' 18.9 m
  Empty Weight: 12,350 lb 5,600 kg
  Gross Weight: 21,000 lb 9,523 kg

Propulsion
  No. of Engines: 2
  Powerplant: General Electric T58-GE-10
  Horsepower (each): 1400

Performance
  Range: 625 miles 1,006 km
  Max Speed: 166 mph 267 km/h 144 kt
  Climb: 2,200 ft/min 670 m/min
  Ceiling: 15,000 ft 4,571 m