Kaman SH-2G Super Seasprite (CMRB II)
Export version of SH-2 used by a number of diffrent countries. Equipped with a 1500 ft dipping sonar, a sonobuoy pmcessor, and magnetic anomaly detector to use in Anti-submarine Warfare (ASW). The helicopter may be fitted with a variety of anti-ship missiles, a few of which may have semi-active radar and laser-designators. Under the US Navy it may be fitted with: M-60 7. 62 mm machine guns mounted in their cabin doors; infrared jammers; flare and chaff dispensers.
Overview
Data on design, manufacture and statusDesign authority: Kaman Aircraft Corporation
Primary manufacturer: Kaman Aircraft Corporation
Parent type: Kaman K-800/H-2 Seasprite
Aircraft status: Operational
Configuration
Primary flight and mechanical characteristicsVTOL type: Helicopter
Lift devices: 1 Single main rotor
Dedicated control device: 1 Tail rotor
Crew required: 3 in Side-by-side arrangement
Landing gear: Wheels (some retractable)
Key Characteristics
Data on key physical featuresAircraft Details
Data on aircraft configuration, weights, flight performance and equipmentReferences
References and sources used1999 (page 3)
Meeting paper or Presentation
2000 (page 2)
Meeting paper or Presentation
Feb 2005 (page 219)
Book
Presented at the AHS 53rd Annual Forum, 1997 (page 504)
Meeting paper or Presentation
VERTIFLITE August 1969, August 1969
Periodical
Good description of the overall vehicle
