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Utility player

Authors :
Nativi, Andy
Taverna, Michael A.
Source :
Aviation Week & Space Technology. July 31, 2006, Vol. 165 Issue 5, p36, 1 p.
Publication Year :
2006

Abstract

Engineers at AgustaWestland in 2006 are starting work on a new utility helicopter to fill the gap between its A139 light-medium twin and NH90 medium-heavy-lift models and make it more competitive with other leading manufacturers, particularly archrival Eurocopter. Designed for a cruise speed of 160 kt., the AW149 would be a militarized derivative of the popular A139, but with a more powerful drive train and a bigger, heavier fuselage more suited to military payloads.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00052175
Volume :
165
Issue :
5
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Aviation Week & Space Technology
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.150842354