The Sikorsky S-97 Raider is a high-speed scout and attack compound helicopter [2] based on the Advancing Blade Concept (ABC) with a coaxial rotor system [3] under development by Sikorsky Aircraft. Sikorsky planned to offer it for the United States Army 's Armed Aerial Scout program, along with other possible uses. [ 4 ]

Explore the next-generation S-97 RAIDER®, Lockheed Martin's innovative light tactical prototype helicopter capable of carrying six troops and external weapons.

Feb 24, 2025 · After the U.S. Army’s FARA program was cancelled in 2024, Sikorsky has continued to work on its S-97 Raider demonstrator.

The Sikorsky S-97 Raider helicopter airframe is constructed of composite materials that are designed with a lower turning radius and acoustic sound marking. It is equipped with a 34 ft diameter rotor and a 7 ft diameter propeller on the back.

On Feb. 12, 2025, during the second day of the X2 Technology Demonstration event at the Sikorsky Development Flight Center, the S-97 Raider flew a display to show its capabilities, which...

Oct 9, 2017 · The S-97 Raider took its first flight back on May 22, 2015. Only three have been built—two of which are currently prototype helicopters. The program costs around $200 million, and a single helicopter is estimated to cost close to the $15 million mark.

Jul 5, 2019 · But any resentment about Sikorsky’s decision to test its radical new S-97 Raider prototype at its facility in West Palm Beach vanishes as the helicopter’s 2,600-horsepower turbine engine...

May 22, 2015 · Based on the capabilities that were demonstrated today, Sikorsky is positioned to develop the S-97 RAIDER helicopter’s game-changing capabilities to enable helicopter forces to out-perform on the battleground of tomorrow,” said Samir Mehta, President of Sikorsky Defense Systems & Services.

S-97 Raider Light Tactical Helicopter The Sikorsky S-97 Raider is a proposed high-speed scout and attack helicopter based on the X2 helicopter and currently under

Oct 2, 2014 · Sikorsky will offer the RAIDER™ aircraft as a replacement for the U.S. Army’s OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopter fleet based on the Army’s future operational and financial priorities, and for the special operations platform.