The S300 is a single-engine light utility helicopter manufactured by the Schweizer Aircraft Corporation. The helicopter is relatively inexpensive to operate and maintain and is known for its reliability, having proven itself over decades. The S300 is popular for a number of applications, including rotary wing flight training, agriculture, general aviation and some government use including limited law enforcement and military. The S300, which was developed from the Hughes Model 269, comes in a number of variants. It is piloted by one and can carry up to two passengers.