Aircraft Photo of 163053 | Sikorsky MH-53E Sea Dragon | USA - Navy | AirHistory.net #871378
Aircraft
Registration / Serial:163053
Military Code:HC-44
Aircraft Original Type:Sikorsky S-65
Aircraft Generic Type:Sikorsky S-65 (H-53)
Aircraft Version:Sikorsky MH-53E Sea Dragon
C/n (msn):65544
Operator Titles:USA - Navy
Unit Markings:HC-4
Location
City / Airport:Palma de MallorcaMap
Country:Spain
Airport Codes:ICAO: LEPA / LESJ   IATA: PMI   Local: -   Other: -
 
Photo Date:15 June 2004
Photo by:Joan Martorell
Photo ID: 871378
Photo Comment

Destroyed 08-10-2004 at NAS Sigonella after landing and main rotor struck the ground and than the helicopter itself, the crew members were injured and fire was quickly extinguished but the helicopter was extensive damaged.

This photo is copyright © Joan Martorell, and may not be used or published in any way without permission.

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