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T LEE,

I know they CH-53 may look slow but just a little faster than the UH-1. I have to agree they are bigger. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> Check out this partial data list,


CH-53
Performance:

Maximum range (unrefueled): 480 nautical miles
Ferry range: 990 nautical miles
Maximum endurance (unrefueled): 5.1 hours
Maximum allowable airspeed: 150 knots

note: That is max. allowable airspeed, they will fly faster, but.....


UH-1
PERFORMANCE
(UH-1F)
Maximum speed: 140 mph.
Cruising speed: 115 mph.
Range: 330 miles
Service Ceiling: 24,830 ft.