CH-54 Tarhe SkycraneSikorsky CH 54 Tarhe helicopter model. The Sikorsky (model S 64A) CH 54A CH 54B "Skycrane," manned by a three person crew, was engineered for the heavy lifting of bulk loads, both internally and externally. It featured a rear facing pilot's seat for an unobstructed view of the cargo, and a hoist for pickups and deliveries without the need to land. A versatile van (universal pod) could be attached to the fuselage, serving as a mobile command post,