Rotorcraft
VH-92A Presidential Helo Will Stay Close to Civil Certification
The Navy program office developing the new presidential helicopter plans to maintain the S-92 civil airworthiness certification.
Marine Col. Robert Pridgen is program manager responsible for developing the new VH-92A presidential helicopter. (Photo: Bill Carey)
Marine Col. Robert Pridgen is program manager responsible for developing the new VH-92A presidential helicopter. (Photo: Bill Carey)

Keeping to the existing airworthiness certification of the civil Sikorsky S-92 helicopter is one of the guiding principles in developing the new VH-92A that will transport the U.S. President, according to the Navy’s program manager. The aircraft will require supplemental Navy or Federal Aviation Administration certifications for systems or equipment specific to presidential mission.