Kazan Ansat
Summary
| Category | Training aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| First flight | 6 October 1999 |
| Year of introduction | 2013 |
| Number produced | 50 units |
Description
The Kazan Ansat is a military helicopter developed in Russia. It was designed by the Kazan Helicopters company as a versatile aircraft suitable for a range of missions. The Ansat has been deployed by the Russian military for diverse tasks such as reconnaissance, transport, and medevac operations. Its development involved incorporating advanced technologies to improve its performance, agility, and efficiency. The helicopter features a modern avionics system that enhances its situational awareness and facilitates accurate navigation. With its flexible design and adaptable capabilities, the Kazan Ansat has proven to be a reliable asset for the Russian military in meeting various operational requirements.
Technical specifications
| Version: Ansat-U | |
|---|---|
| Height | 3.6 m (11.7 ft) |
| Length | 13.5 m (44.3 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 5700 m (18701 ft) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3300 kg (7275 lbs) |
| Climb rate | 21.5 m/s (70.5 ft/s) |
| Powerplant | 2 × turbines Pratt & Whitney Canada PW207K delivering 418 kW |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Russia | 50 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
All operators
Photo of Ansat
Credits: Col André Kritzinger