The USMC CH-53K King Stallion successfully lifted (and set down) a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) during a demonstration, Jan. 18, the Naval Air Systems Command said on February 6. Using the single point hook, the helicopter hovered up to 100 feet for approximately 10 minutes while carrying the 18,870-pound vehicle. Read more
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A CH-53K King Stallion lifts a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle during a demonstration, Jan. 18. (Credit: U.S. Navy) |