AgustaWestland AW169
Summary
| Category | Training aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| First flight | 10 May 2012 |
| Year of introduction | 2015 |
| Number produced | 130 units |
Description
The AgustaWestland AW169 is a versatile military aircraft designed and manufactured by the Italian-British aerospace company AgustaWestland. It is a medium-sized rotorcraft utilized for various missions, including utility, transport, search and rescue, and surveillance operations. The development of AW169 involved extensive research and engineering, with an emphasis on enhanced performance, reliability, and operational efficiency. The aircraft's advanced avionics, spacious cabin, and high-performance capabilities make it suitable for both civilian and military applications. Its deployment in military sectors across the globe has demonstrated its adaptability and effectiveness in meeting a wide range of operational requirements.
Technical specifications
| Version: AW169M | |
|---|---|
| Height | 4.5 m (14.8 ft) |
| Length | 14.7 m (48.1 ft) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4500 kg (9921 lbs) |
| Powerplant | 2 × turbines Pratt & Whitney Canada PW210A delivering 750 kW |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Austria | 6 (+30) | |
|
Qatar | 4 | |
|
Italy | 2 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
All operators
Austria • United Kingdom • Italy • Qatar
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