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A preserved Sikorsky HH-52A Seaguard in classic U.S. Coast Guard livery, displayed in a museum hangar.
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Spotter's notes
This specific example (serial 1426) served at the Houston USCG Air Station and is now on display, likely at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center (Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum).
Aircraft identity
Registration
1426
ICAO Type
SH3
Model
HH-52A Seaguard
Manufacturer
Sikorsky
Airline
U.S. Coast Guard
Livery
U.S. Coast Guard Houston (Red/White/Blue SAR colors)
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
General Electric T58-GE-8B turboshaft
Thrust
1,250 shp (shaft horsepower)
Wingspan
N/A (rotor diameter: 13.41 m)
Length
16.2 m
Height
4.06 m
MTOW
5,352 kg
Range
474 km
Capacity
Up to 12 passengers or 6 stretchers
Cruise Speed
196 km/h
Noise Rating
Approx. 90 dB (typical for helicopters, not ICAO certified)