The USMC has a new 'pony' called the King Stallion. Would you like a lift?

CPO Andy Carrillo, MS — Wed, 28 Oct 2015 18:20:43 -0400

King Stallion will be the Marine Corps’ next-gen heavy lift helicopter and the goal is to give them the best heavy lift helo in the world. Ultimately, the Corps plans to have eight active duty squadrons, one training squadron, and one reserve squadron.
What’s cool?
King Stallion will have a cruise speed of 141 knots and a range of about 530 miles. The CH-53K King Stallion will have similar physical dimensions as its predecessor, the CH-53E Super Stallion. It will also be powered by three engines, but with the upgraded engine power of the T408-GE-400s.
http://www.foxnews.com/tech/2015/10/28/marine-corps-new-helicopter-completes-its-first-flight.html?intcmp=hplnws

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_pAe8Gvua8

Marine Corps' new helicopter completes its first flight | Fox News

King Stallion, the U.S. Marine Corps’ brand spanking new helicopter, completed its first flight Tuesday.

Response by PO3 Michael James made Oct 28 at 2015 6:23 PM

PO3 Michael James — Wed, 28 Oct 2015 18:23:47 -0400

SWEET !!

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 28 at 2015 6:36 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 28 Oct 2015 18:36:24 -0400

As long as the pilots don't crash

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 28 at 2015 6:42 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 28 Oct 2015 18:42:17 -0400

Is this new airframes or just another up grade? Like what they have done with the Bradleys.

Response by Capt Richard I P. made Oct 28 at 2015 6:43 PM

Capt Richard I P. — Wed, 28 Oct 2015 18:43:25 -0400

To my eyes? A CH-53 is a CH-53. New capabilities are great, but it doesn't look too different.

Response by Sgt Kelli Mays made Oct 28 at 2015 6:53 PM

Sgt Kelli Mays — Wed, 28 Oct 2015 18:53:14 -0400

Sure!

Response by CSM Michael J. Uhlig made Oct 28 at 2015 10:26 PM

CSM Michael J. Uhlig — Wed, 28 Oct 2015 22:26:50 -0400

Got to be better at keeping hydro fluid in than the Sea Stallion.....reminded me of my first Harley, I knew to add oil when it didn't leave a puddle! (The old saying was: Harley's don't leak oil, they just mark their spot)

Response by Capt Mark Strobl made Oct 29 at 2015 12:44 AM

Capt Mark Strobl — Thu, 29 Oct 2015 00:44:09 -0400

Muzzle up? Or, Muzzle down? As long as she can get the lads to the fray!