Sikorsky S-97 Raider

Sikorsky S-97 Raider (Sikorsky S-97) - a reconnaissance helicopter of the American company Sikorsky Aircraft , built according to the coaxial scheme with a pushing screw in the tail. Designed based on the experimental X2 helicopter. In the future, the S-97 may replace the OH-58D Kiowa Warrior reconnaissance helicopters in the troops.

S-97 Raider
Type of	Reconnaissance and attack helicopter
Manufacturer	Sikorsky
The first flight	May 22, 2015
Status	In developing
Unit cost	$ 15 million [1]
Base model	Sikorsky x2

According to the project, the cockpit is designed for two people with landing side by side. The helicopter fuselage will be made of composite materials to reduce the weight of the machine and its radar visibility . Helicopter S-97 Raider will have a space in the rear of the cockpit for weapons and auxiliary fuel. In the assault configuration, the transport compartment can accommodate up to six paratroopers . Compared to other light military helicopters, increased maneuverability, endurance and the ability to work at high altitudes, as expected S-97, will significantly reduce the turning radius and noise level, with a significant increase in payload ^[2] . The machine will be equipped with various types of weapons and reconnaissance equipment for tactical missions. The maximum speed is up to 220 knots (or 407 kilometers per hour ^[3] ).

S-97 prototypes have been assembled by Sikorsky since 2012. The first flight of S-97 took place on May 22, 2015 in the state of Florida, USA ^[4] . The maximum speed is up to 220 knots (or 407 kilometers per hour ^[5] ).