Agusta AW109S

The Agusta AW109S is a light twin-engine turboshaft multi-purpose helicopter manufactured by the British-Italian company AgustaWestland (now Leonardo Helicopters). It excels especially in its performance, speed and comfort.

The helicopter is used in various modifications for VIP passenger transport, ambulance, search and rescue flights and is able to transport 6 people plus two pilots.

The Agusta AW109S is equipped with two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW207C turboshaft engines as well as a retractable landing gear.

SPECIFICATIONS


  • Engine:2x Pratt & Whitney Canada PW207C, turboshaft (735 hp each)
  • Rotor: 4-blade, counterclockwise, Ø 10,83 m
  • Tail Rotor: double-bladed
  • Weight: 2 050 kg
  • Maximum take-off weight: 3 175 kg
  • Payload: 1 125 kg
  • Number of passengers: 1 - 2 pilots + 6 passengers
  • Top speed: 311 km/h (168 kt)
  • Cruising speed: 289 km/h (156 kt)
  • Maximum operating altitude: 3 048 m (10 000 ft)
  • Climb: 9,3 m/s (1 830 ft/min)
  • Maximum range: 859 km (463 NM)