The Sikorsky S-61L (ICAO type S61) is an aircraft of United States origin. It has a maximum take-off weight of 5,300 kg. It offers a maximum range of 450 nm, a cruise speed of 118 knots, a service ceiling of 12,500 ft and seating for up to 26 across its variants.
Sikorsky S-61L

Fleet & certification
- Built
- 1
- Active
- 1
- Origin
- United States
Per-variant specifications
| Variant | Engine | MTOW | Range | Cruise | Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-61L S-61L | — | 5,300 kg | 450 nm | 118 kt | 26 |
The FAA paperwork
TCDS H8EA · Rev 1
The FAA-issued Type Certificate for this model is on file (TCDS H8EA), but we haven't yet extracted the structured spec values.
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What is the range of the Sikorsky S-61L?
The Sikorsky S-61L has a maximum range of 450 nautical miles across variants.
How many people can the Sikorsky S-61L carry?
The Sikorsky S-61L seats up to 26 across its variants.
What is the MTOW of the Sikorsky S-61L?
The Sikorsky S-61L's maximum take-off weight is 5,300 kg.
What is the ICAO type designator for the Sikorsky S-61L?
The Sikorsky S-61L's ICAO type designator is S61.
How many Sikorsky S-61L aircraft are registered worldwide?
Sprinkle tracks 1 registered Sikorsky S-61L airframes worldwide.
Registered S-61L aircraft
Individual S-61L airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.