Sikorsky Firefly
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The Sikorsky Firefly is an all-electric helicopter built for research purposes by Sikorsky Aircraft. It has been called the world's first all-electric helicopter. The Firefly is a modified Sikorsky S-300C helicopter with its engine replaced by an electric motor and two lithium-ion battery packs. The helicopter can hold only the pilot no passengers and operate for 12 to 15 minutes. It has a top speed of 80 knots or about 92 mph.

Made by Sikorsky Aircraft.

It is the successor of the Sikorsky S-300 .

Developed From
Sikorsky S-300
Predecessor
Sikorsky S-300
Manufacturer
Sikorsky Aircraft
Related
* TH-55 Osage* Sikorsky S-300
Category
Helicopters

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