Helicopters Desktop Models

The SA 330 Puma was created as a response to the French Army�s call for a new all-weather helicopter. France wanted an aircraft which can carry considerable weight that it can use in a wide array of missions. The first prototypes flew on April 1965; it wasn�t until 1968 that the Puma was introduced to the public. Interestingly, the helicopter gained recognition even before it was released. In 1967, the Royal Air Force was impressed by the specs of the Puma helicopter. This led to a joint...

The Boeing AH-64 Apache is a four-blade, twin-engine attack helicopter with a tailwheel-type landing gear arrangement, and a tandem cockpit for a two-man crew. The Apache was developed by Hughes Helicopters for the United States Army's Advanced Attack Helicopter program to replace the AH-1 Cobra, and was first flown in September 1975. This specific Apache model is the AH-64D, Apache Longbow, which is equipped with an advanced sensor suite and a glass cockpit. The main improvement over the...

This handcrafted model is painted in the same paint scheme as the original and is painstakingly built from Philippine mahogany by our skilled craftsmen. Perfect as a gift for any aviation enthusiast and history buff!

The CH-46 Sea Knight is a medium-lift tandem rotor transport helicopter. It is used by the United States Marine Corps (USMC) to provide all-weather, day-or-night assault transport of combat troops, supplies and equipment. The CH-46 has tandem contrarotating rotors, the engines are mounted on each side of the rear rotor pedestal with a driveshaft to the forward rotor, and the engines are coupled so either could power both rotors in an emergency. This specific CH-46 is painted in the Marine...

Similar in design to the CH-47 Chinook series of transport helicopters, the CH-46 Sea Knight keeps its engine components mounted on top to provide unobstructed access to the aircraft. While the CH-47 Chinook serves the US Army, the CH-46 Sea Knight is the main transport helicopter of the US Marine Corps. Both aircraft use the patented tandem three-blade rotor design, but the latter is powered by two Lycoming turboshaft engines. This gives it the power to carry external sling loads whenever...

The CH-53 Sea Stallion is among the Sikorsky S-65 family of heavy-lift transport helicopters. The CH-53 was originally developed for use by the United States Marine Corps, but it is also in service with Germany, Iran, Israel, and Mexico. The CH-53 has seen considerable use in warzones and served in various conflicts during its service; starting with the Vietnam War. It proved useful during the Vietnam War, recovering even more downed aircraft than the CH-54. This specific CH-53 model is the...

The Sikorsky CH-53 Stallion is a medium-lift helicopter used mainly by the US Marine Corps. It is designed for the transportation of equipment, supplies, and troops during the assault phase of an amphibious operation and subsequent operations ashore. Similar in design to the CH-53 Sea Stallion, the CH-53 Stallion adds a third engine and a seventh blade to the main rotor, which enables it to haul loads of up to 7 tons. It is shipboard-compatible and capable of all-weather and day/night...

The CH-53 Sea Stallion is among the Sikorsky S-65 family of heavy-lift transport helicopters. The CH-53 was originally developed for use by the United States Marine Corps, but it is also in service with Germany, Iran, Israel, and Mexico. The CH-53 has seen considerable use in warzones and served in various conflicts during its service; starting with the Vietnam War. It proved useful during the Vietnam War, recovering even more downed aircraft than the CH-54. This specific CH-53 model is the...

The CH-53 Sea Stallion is among the Sikorsky S-65 family of heavy-lift transport helicopters. The CH-53 was originally developed for use by the United States Marine Corps, but it is also in service with Germany, Iran, Israel, and Mexico. The CH-53 has seen considerable use in warzones and served in various conflicts during its service; starting with the Vietnam War. It proved useful during the Vietnam War, recovering even more downed aircraft than the CH-54. This specific CH-53 model is the...

The Osprey is the world's first production tilt rotor aircraft, with one three-bladed prop rotor, turboprop engine, and transmission nacelle mounted on each wingtip. For takeoff and landing, it typically operates as a helicopter with the nacelles vertical and rotors horizontal. Once airborne, the nacelles rotate forward 90_ in as little as 12 seconds for horizontal flight, converting the V-22 to a more fuel efficient, higher speed turboprop aircraft. STOL rolling-takeoff and landing capability...

Mastercraft Collection CV-22 Osprey (1:48) 8th Special Operations Squadron (Hurlburt Field) MCSQCV22W WINGSPAN: 13 INCHES LENGTH: 15 INCHES (1:48) Handcrafted by a series of master craftsmen using only the highest grade materials. Each product is identical to the plane's original blueprint. Truly a fusion of art and history, a museum quality masterpiece unmatched by another model producing company on earth. The perfect gift for any aviation enthusiast, history buff, military personnel, or...

The HH-3F "Pelican" is a member of the Sikorsky S-61R family, which are twin-engine helicopters used in transport or search and rescue roles. The Sikorsky S-61R was developed as a derivative of their S-61/SH-3 Sea King model. It features a substantially-revised fuselage with a rear loading ramp, a conventional though water-tight hull instead of the S-61's boat-hull, and retractable tricycle landing gear. This specific model is the HH-3F Sea King (more commonly known by its nickname "Pelican")...

The HH-53B "Super Jolly Green Giant" is among the Sikorsky MH-53 Pave Low family, which are long-range combat search and rescue (CSAR) helicopters. The series was upgraded from the HH-53B/C, variants of the Sikorsky CH-53 Sea Stallion. The Pave Low's mission was low-level, long-range, undetected penetration into denied areas, day or night, in adverse weather, for infiltration, exfiltration and resupply of special operations forces. This specific model is the HH-53B, the large green airframe...

Created by Lockheed Martin, the robust HC-130H Hercules is a military transport aircraft primarily used the United States Air Force and the United States Coast Guard. This aircraft has the capability of taking off and landing on rough runways, making it a versatile aircraft for hauling cargo and medical evacuation. The development of the Hercules was an offshoot from the US Forces� experience during the war when aerial transportations were incapable of fulfilling the missions assigned to them....

The Sikorsky HH-60J Jayhawk is a multi-mission, twin-engine, medium-range helicopter operated by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) for search and rescue, law enforcement, military readiness and marine environmental protection missions. The HH-60J is designed to fly a crew of four up to 300 mi offshore, hoist up to 6 additional people on board while remaining on-scene for up to 45 minutes and return to base while maintaining an adequate fuel reserve. The HH-60J is a member of the Sikorsky...

The KC-10 Extender was an advanced cargo aircraft and aerial tanker designed to provide the US Armed Forces with increased global mobility. Though its original purpose was aerial refueling, the aircraft was also capable of doing a combination of tasks. Aside from being a transport aircraft and a tanker, the KC 10 aircraft also refueled fighting aircraft while carrying the fighter support staff and equipment on deployments needed overseas. It has played a key role in the bombing of Libya...

The HH-65 Dolphin is a twin-engined, single main rotor, MEDEVAC-capable Search and Rescue helicopter operated by the United States Coast Guard (USCG). It is used for homeland security patrols, cargo, drug interdiction, ice breaking, military readiness, pollution control, and search and rescue missions. The HH-65 is a variant of the French-built Eurocopter AS365 Dauphin. The SA366 G1 Dauphin version was selected by the United States Coast Guard in 1979 as its new short range recovery air-sea...

The HU-16 Albatross is a large twin-radial engine amphibious flying boat that was used by the US Air Force, the US Navy and the US Coast Guard, primarily in the search and rescue role. The Albatross was developed to land in open ocean situations to rescue downed pilots and other flight crew members. Its deep-V hull cross-section and substantial length enable it to land in the open sea. This handcrafted model is painted in the same paint scheme as the original and is painstakingly built from...

More popularly known for its NATO reporting name �Helix� the Ka-27 chopper was developed to serve the Soviet, Ukrainian, Russian, and Indian Navies. This workhorse made its first flight on December 1973 and was formally introduced sometime in 1982. Used mainly for anti-submarine warfare and for ferrying, this rotorcraft was produced to replace its predecessor, the Ka-25. Similar to other choppers produced by Kamov, the Helix was outfitted with a co-axial rotor, which eliminated the need for a...

The Sikorsky MH-53 Pave Low series is a long-range combat search and rescue helicopter for the United States Air Force. The series was upgraded from the HH-53B/C, variants of the Sikorsky CH-53 Sea Stallion. This specific MH-53 model is the MH-53J, which was developed for Special Operations missions and was the largest, most powerful and technologically advanced transport helicopter in the US Air Force inventory. It was designed for missions that were low-level, long-range, undetected...

The Sikorsky MH-60 Seahawk is a twin turboshaft engine, multi-mission United States Navy helicopter based on the United States Army UH-60 Black Hawk and a member of the Sikorsky S-70 family. This specific model is painted in the United States Navy paint scheme. In addition to the MH-60, the U.S. Navy uses the H-60 airframe under the model designations SH-60B, SH-60F, HH-60H, and MH-60S. The MH-60 is able to deploy aboard any air-capable frigate, destroyer, cruiser, fast combat support ship,...

The MQ-8 Fire Scout is an unmanned autonomous helicopter developed by Northrop Grumman for use by the United States Armed Forces. The Fire Scout is designed to provide reconnaissance, situational awareness, and precision targeting support for ground, air and sea forces. The initial prototype of the Fire Scout was piloted in initial tests, flying autonomously for the first time in January 2000. Although progress on the project had been regarded as satisfactory, the Navy decided the Fire Scout...

The NH 90 was a twin-seat, medium transport and utility helicopter that was manufactured and designed by NHIndustries for NATO countries. Operational since 2007, the prototype of the NH90 had its first flight in 1995.The design of the NH90 was in response to the need for a helicopter that can operate at sea. With four powerful turboshaft engines, the NH90 was a reliable chopper during critical long-range missions. Equipped with state-of-the-art avionics system, this helicopter is used for...

RAH-66 Commanche(1:48) by TMC Desktop ModelsItem Number: HR66TR

The Robinson R44 is a light, four-seat, piston-driven civilian helicopter produced by the Robinson Helicopter Company since 1992. It resembles the earlier Robinson R22, but is larger and faster than its predecessor. It also features boosted flight controls, a feature not found on the R22.The R-44 was designed during the 1980s and first flew on March 31, 1990. It is a single-engined helicopter with a fully articulated two- bladed main rotor, a two-bladed tail rotor, and a skid landing gear. It...

The Robinson R44 is a light, four-seat, piston-driven civilian helicopter produced by the Robinson Helicopter Company since 1992. It resembles the earlier Robinson R22, but is larger and faster than its predecessor. It also features boosted flight controls, a feature not found on the R22.The R-44 was designed during the 1980s and first flew on March 31, 1990. It is a single-engined helicopter with a fully articulated two- bladed main rotor, a two-bladed tail rotor, and a skid landing gear. It...

The Sikorsky S-64 Skycrane is an American twin-engine heavy-lift helicopter, manufactured by the Erickson Air-Crane company. The Sikorsky S-64 was designed as an enlarged version of the prototype flying crane helicopter, the Sikorsky S-60. The prototype S-64 first flew in May 1962. The United States Army placed an initial order for six S-64A helicopters and seven S-64E variants were built for the civil market. In 1992, manufacturing rights for the Skycrane were purchased from Sikorsky by...

S-76B DEMONSTRATOR (1:40) by TMC Pacific ModelworksItem Number: KS76BDTRS-76B DEMONSTRATOR (1:40) Span: 13 3/8 " Len: 13 3/4 "

S-76C Demonstrator Sikorsky (1:40) by TMC Pacific ModelworksItem Number: KS76CDTRLength: 13.875 "

The development for the Sikorsky S-76C+ began during the mid-70s. The goal of this development was to come up with a medium-built helicopter for corporate transportation. This utility helicopter featured FADEC dual engines and Honeywell EFIS. It also has suppression for noise, dampers for unnecessary vibrations, and a composite rotor. The initial prototype took its first flight in 1977 and was initially named as S-76 Spirit to honor the United States Bicentennial. However, the designation was...

S-92 Demonstrator Sikorsky by TMC Pacific ModelworksItem Number: KS92DTRSpan: 15 "

It was in the mid-1970s when the US Navy considered replacing the aging Kaman SH-2 Seasprite. At around the same time, the Army had initiated its Utility Tactical Transport Aircraft System competition and was in the middle of evaluating proposals from Sikorsky (the YUH-60) and Boeing. After learning the competition, the US Navy released a request of its own which both companies submitted proposals for. Sikorsky presented the S-70B, which was the Navy version of the YUH-60, in April 1977. A...

This handcrafted model is painted in the same paint scheme as the original and is painstakingly built from Philippine mahogany by our skilled craftsmen. Perfect as a gift for any aviation enthusiast and history buff!

The Sikorsky SH-60 Seahawk is a twin turboshaft engine, multi-mission United States Navy helicopter based on the United States Army UH-60 Black Hawk and a member of the Sikorsky S-70 family. This specific model is painted in the United States Navy paint scheme. In addition to the SH-60, the U.S. Navy uses the H-60 airframe under the model designations MH-60R, SH-60F, HH-60H, and MH-60S. The SH-60 is able to deploy aboard any air-capable frigate, destroyer, cruiser, fast combat support ship,...

The Sikorsky R-4 was a two-place helicopter designed by Igor Sikorsky with a single, three-bladed main rotor and powered by a radial engine. The R-4 was the world's first large-scale mass-produced helicopter and the first helicopter to enter service with the United States Army Air Forces, Navy, and Coast Guard, as well as for the United Kingdom's Royal Air Force and Royal Navy. It was the RAF that nicknamed the helicopter the "Hoverfly". This handcrafted model is painted in the same paint...

This handcrafted model is painted in the same paint scheme as the original and is painstakingly built from Philippine mahogany by our skilled craftsmen. Perfect as a gift for any aviation enthusiast and history buff!

The Hughes TH-55 Osage was a piston-powered light training helicopter. The original model was the Model 269 and was initially designed as a fully glazed cockpit with seating for two pilots, or a pilot and passenger, it also had an open-framework fuselage and a three-blade articulated rotor. The prototype flew in October 1956, but it wasn't until 1960 that the decision was made to develop the helicopter for production. This specific Model 269 is the TH-55, used by the Army. In 1964 they adopted...

This handcrafted model is painted in the same paint scheme as the original and is painstakingly built from Philippine mahogany by our skilled craftsmen. Perfect as a gift for any aviation enthusiast and history buff!

More popularly known as the Huey, the Bell UH-1 is a military helicopter that runs on a single, turbo shaft engine. Flying for the first time on October 20, 1956, the Huey was developed by Bell Helicopter to serve as a medical utility helicopter in 1952. The UH-1D, a newer version of the Bell UH-1, was made larger to accommodate six stretchers in its cabin. This had twice the capacity of earlier versions of UH-1 Iroquois Helicopters. The doors were also made bigger and the original�s single...

The Bell UH-1 Iroquois, nicknamed Huey, is a military helicopter powered by a single, turboshaft engine, with a two-bladed main rotor and tail rotor. The helicopter was developed to meet the United States Army's requirement for a medical evacuation and utility helicopter in 1952, and first flew in October 1956. Ordered into production in March 1960, the UH-1 was the first turbine-powered helicopter to enter production for the United States military, and more than 16,000 have been produced...

The UH-34D Sea Horse family is piston-engined military helicopters originally designed by American aircraft manufacturer Sikorsky for the United States Navy for service in the anti-submarine warfare (ASW) role. This family of helicopters have served mostly as medium transports on every continent with the armed forces of twenty-five countries _ from combat in Algeria, the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, and throughout Southeast Asia, to saving flood victims, recovering astronauts, fighting...

The UH-34D belonged to a family of helicopters under the H-34 Choctaw. The Choctaw was a multi-purpose utility helicopter developed by Sikorsky for the US Marine Corps. Replacing the UH-19 Chickasaw series of the Korean War, the UH-34D was originally designed as an anti-submarine aircraft to be used by the US Navy. The Choctaw was used by the US Army, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Air Force due to its multi-faceted capabilities, including its large payload capacity and generous...

The Osprey is the world's first production tilt rotor aircraft, with one three-bladed prop rotor, turboprop engine, and transmission nacelle mounted on each wingtip. For takeoff and landing, it typically operates as a helicopter with the nacelles vertical and rotors horizontal. Once airborne, the nacelles rotate forward 90_ in as little as 12 seconds for horizontal flight, converting the V-22 to a more fuel efficient, higher speed turboprop aircraft. STOL rolling-takeoff and landing capability...

The Osprey is the world's first production tilt rotor aircraft, with one three-bladed prop rotor, turboprop engine, and transmission nacelle mounted on each wingtip. For takeoff and landing, it typically operates as a helicopter with the nacelles vertical and rotors horizontal. Once airborne, the nacelles rotate forward 90_ in as little as 12 seconds for horizontal flight, converting the V-22 to a more fuel efficient, higher speed turboprop aircraft. STOL rolling-takeoff and landing capability...

The VH-3D is a member of the Sikorsky SH-3 Sea King family, which are twin-engine anti-submarine warfare (ASW) helicopters. It was a landmark design, being the first ASW helicopter to take advantage of turboshaft engines, as well as being the first amphibious helicopter in the world. This specific variant is used for VIP transport for the U.S. Marine Corps, and entered service in 1976. This handcrafted model is painted in the same paint scheme as the original and is painstakingly built from...

The VH-60 Night Hawk is a variant of the UH-60 Black Hawk, which is a four-bladed, twin-engine, medium-lift utility helicopter manufactured by Sikorsky Aircraft. This specific variant is called the Night Hawk is the United States Marine Corp version and is used for presidential transport. This handcrafted model is painted in the same paint scheme as the original and is painstakingly built from Philippine mahogany by our skilled craftsmen. Perfect as a gift for any aviation enthusiast and...

The Lockheed Martin VH-71 Kestrel was being developed to replace the United States Marine Corps' Marine One U.S. Presidential transport fleet, nine were built. The Presidential Helicopter Replacement was a dual-piloted, multi-engine vertical take-off and landing aircraft that would bring the latest vertical lift and command and control communication technology to the primary helicopter platform employed by HMX-1. The VH-71 would be capable of operating day or night, in adverse weather...

The Bell UH-1 Iroquois is a military helicopter powered by a single, turboshaft engine, with a two-bladed main rotor and tail rotor. The helicopter was developed to meet the United States Army's requirement for a medical evacuation and utility helicopter in 1952, and first flew in October 1956. The first combat operation of the UH-1 was in the service of the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, approximately 7,000 UH-1 aircraft saw service in Vietnam. This collection of three UH-1D Huey...