AgustaWestland AW109

Summary

Category	Helicopter
Origin country	🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy
First flight	4 August 1971
Year of introduction	1976
Number produced	124 units

Description

The AgustaWestland AW109 is a multi-purpose military helicopter designed and manufactured by AgustaWestland. Initially introduced in the late 1960s, it has undergone several updates and modifications to meet the evolving needs of military forces around the world. The AW109 is well-suited for a variety of missions, including reconnaissance, utility, and transport operations. It offers a versatile platform with a range of advanced avionics and systems, allowing it to adapt to different operational requirements. The helicopter has been deployed by numerous military organizations globally and continues to serve as a reliable asset in various military theaters.

Technical specifications

Version: AW109E Power
Crew	1 pilot
Maximum speed	285 km/h (177 mph)
Height	3.5 m (11.5 ft)
Length	13.0 m (42.8 ft)
Service ceiling	6000 m (19685 ft)
Empty weight	2000 kg (4409 lbs)
Max. takeoff weight	3000 kg (6614 lbs)
Climb rate	9.8 m/s (32.2 ft/s)
Powerplant	2 × turbines Turbomeca Arrius 2K1 delivering 426 kW

Current operating countries

Country		Units
	South Africa	25
	Sweden	20
	Nigeria	19 (+2)
	Belgium	13
	Malaysia	11
	Philippines	8
	New Zealand	5
	Cameroon	4
	Egypt	3
	Angola	2 (+4)
	Bangladesh	2
	Greece	2
	Mauritania	2
🇸🇸	South Sudan	2
	Albania	1
	Cambodia	1
	Panama	1
	Peru	1
	Turkmenistan	1
	United Kingdom	1