Which is the best military helicopter?
Currently top 9 best attack helicopters in the world are these:
- Nr.1 Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian (USA)
- Nr.2 Bell AH-1Z Viper (USA)
- Nr.3 Kamov Ka-52 Hokum-B (Russia)
- Nr.4 Mil Mi-28 Havoc (Russia)
- Nr.5 Eurocopter Tiger (France/Germany)
- Nr.6 Z-10 (China)
- Nr.7 Denel AH-2 Rooivalk (South Africa)
Where is the AW139 manufactured?
In addition to AgustaWestland’s manufacturing facilities in Italy and the United States, the AW139 is produced in Russia by HeliVert, a joint venture between AgustaWestland and Russian Helicopters.
What is the longest range helicopter?
Lockheed AH-56A Cheyenne
The Lockheed AH-56A Cheyenne is the longest range helicopter with a flight range of 1225 miles.
Who is the manufacturer of the AgustaWestland AW139 helicopter?
AgustaWestland AW139. The AgustaWestland AW139 is a 15-seat medium-sized twin-engined helicopter developed and built by AgustaWestland and now produced by Italian company Leonardo.
Why is the AW139 helicopter so comfortable to pilot?
Designed to exceed the most rigorous regulatory standards, the AW139 features a state-of-the-art avionics and mission systems to minimise pilot workload and optimise operational efficiency. The helicopter is exceptionally comfortable due to incredibly low noise and vibration levels.
What kind of engine does a bell AW139 have?
Bell withdrew from the AB139 venture in Nov 2005. The AW139 is a medium, twin-engined, multi-role helicopter, having a 5 bladed main rotor driven by 2x 1679 shp Pratt & Whitney PT6C-67C turboshaft engines with FADEC software control.
When did the airgreen AW139 helicopter enter service?
The AW139 made its maiden flight in 2001 and entered service in 2004. The AirGreen AW139 helicopter in a search and rescue configuration was used at the Winter Olympics in 2006, held near Turin. The air ambulance interior of the AW139.