Sikorsky R-6

R-6 / Hoverfly II
R-6A Hoverfly II in flight
Role Helicopter
National origin United States
Manufacturer Sikorsky Aircraft
First flight 15 October 1943
Introduction 1945
Status Retired
Primary users United States Navy
Royal Air Force
Number built 225
Developed from Sikorsky R-4

The Sikorsky R-6 is an American light two-seat helicopter of the 1940s. In Royal Air Force and Royal Navy service, it was named the Hoverfly II.

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