Sikorsky to build two X2 Technology™ prototypes and LTH contender, the S-97
Sikorsky Aircraft will design, build and fly two prototype light tactical helicopters as the follow-on advancement to the X2 TechnologyTM demonstrator aircraft that unofficially shattered the helicopter world speed record here in September with a flight speed of 250 knots (287 mph).
http://www.sikorsky.com/About+Sikorsky/ ... 62529fRCRD
Building on the record-breaking X2 demonstrator, Sikorsky has launched the S-97 Raider programme to fly and test a high-speed scout and attack helicopter.
http://www.flightglobal.com/articles/20 ... ntest.html
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