{"product_id":"icm-72001-1-72-sikorsky-ch-54a-tarhe","title":"Sikorsky CH-54A Tarhe","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sikorsky CH-54 heavy-lift helicopter was developed to support NATO bases in Europe with fuel, ammunition, and equipment. It was designed and manufactured by Sikorsky Aircraft, a company founded by the renowned aircraft designer of Ukrainian descent, Igor Sikorsky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe prototype, initially designated S-64, made its first flight on May 9, 1962. Production aircraft, later adopted by the U.S. Army, received the designation CH-54A. Most of these helicopters were deployed to Vietnam, where they were operated by specialized aviation units to transport artillery, ammunition, military vehicles, and various types of cargo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe CH-54A Tarhe’s outstanding operational capabilities also proved invaluable in the recovery of damaged aircraft. In a document dated December 1968, the U.S. Army reported that 423 aircraft had been recovered, 105 of which were so large and heavy that only the powerful CH-54A Tarhe could evacuate them from difficult-to-access locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe helicopter’s winch system allowed it to lift loads while hovering, eliminating the need to land, while its powerful engines enabled it to carry exceptionally heavy payloads. The CH-54A also performed specialized missions, including dropping heavy bombs to clear forested areas for airfield construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the Vietnam War, the CH-54 continued to serve successfully with U.S. Army and National Guard units until the 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ICM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53059859906827,"sku":"72001","price":80.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/1809\/4091\/files\/72001_en.jpg?v=1776609110","url":"https:\/\/anglia-models.com\/de\/products\/icm-72001-1-72-sikorsky-ch-54a-tarhe","provider":"Anglia Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}