Sikorsky Helicopters

Pre-owned Sikorsky S-76 prices vary dramatically by variant: S-76B models trade around 00,000-.5 million, S-76C+ around -3 million, S-76C++ around .2 million average, and the S-76D at approximately million. New S-76D production price was 2-15 million before Sikorsky halted new orders in March 2022. Operating costs run ,500-,500 per flight hour depending on variant. On AeroGurus, we track 30 active Sikorsky listings across models including the S-76 series, S-92, S-61, and Black Hawk.

Sikorsky (now a Lockheed Martin subsidiary) halted new S-76 orders in March 2022 due to declining sales volume and the prohibitive cost of meeting increasing safety mandates. The S-76D was the final variant, though its development was troubled — delayed four years due to flight envelope issues with the Pratt & Whitney PW210S engines. The S-76 remains widely used in corporate VIP transport, offshore oil operations, and EMS. The aftermarket for parts and overhauls remains robust.

The main complaints center on cabin noise from main transmission gear meshing, which produces a distinctive high-pitched whine transmitted through the airframe. Sikorsky addressed this with the Quiet Zone gearbox (2004) and Silencer interior package (2007). The S-76D variant suffered significant development delays due to engine integration issues. Maintenance costs are high but predictable — the S-76 has an excellent safety record overall and is considered one of the most reliable medium helicopters in the corporate/offshore market.