Vertol 44

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In 1958 New York Airways introduced the Vertol 44 single engine, tandem rotor helicopter into scheduled service, in and around the New York metropolitan area.

1955 Royal Swedish Navy
Two were used by the French Government as VIP transport

44
Engine: 1275hp Wright R-1820
Rotor diameter: 44’0″
Length: 52’6″
Useful load: 5420 lb
Max speed: 127 mph
Cruise speed: 101 mph
Range: 360 mi

44A
19p cargo version

44B
15p passenger version.

44C
Deluxe version of 44B

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