The Sikorsky S-39 (ICAO type S39) is an aircraft of United States origin. It has a maximum take-off weight of 2,000 kg. It offers a maximum range of 400 nm, a cruise speed of 85 knots, a service ceiling of 18,000 ft and seating for up to 7 across its variants.
Sikorsky S-39

S39
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Owner
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Last seen
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MTOW
2,000 kg
Range
400 nm
Seats
7
S-39
Sikorsky · S-39
Model overview
Fleet & certification
- Built
- 3
- Active
- 3
- Origin
- United States
Certifying authorities
FAA
Variants
Per-variant specifications
Type certification
The FAA paperwork
TCDS TC 2-391
- MTOW
- 1,833 kg
- MZFW
- 1,814 kg
- OEW
- 1,814 kg
- Seats
- 2 passengers
- Fuel
- 360 L
Engine
P & W Wasp Jr. S1-A 400 hp
Certification basis
Aero. Bulletin 7A, Section 3
Safety & ops history
Where to look next
Detailed safety & ops history coming soon — view this model's FAA Airworthiness Directives at FAA.gov.
This aircraft
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S-39 — frequently asked
What is the range of the Sikorsky S-39?
The Sikorsky S-39 has a maximum range of 400 nautical miles across variants.
How many people can the Sikorsky S-39 carry?
The Sikorsky S-39 seats up to 7 across its variants.
What is the MTOW of the Sikorsky S-39?
The Sikorsky S-39's maximum take-off weight is 2,000 kg.
What is the ICAO type designator for the Sikorsky S-39?
The Sikorsky S-39's ICAO type designator is S39.
How many Sikorsky S-39 aircraft are registered worldwide?
Sprinkle tracks 3 registered Sikorsky S-39 airframes worldwide.
Registered S-39 aircraft
Individual S-39 airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.