Is the AW139 single pilot?
Thanks to its highly automated cockpit, the AW139 can be flown single pilot. A new rotor-blade ice-protection system introduced last year (and available as an add-on option to older aircraft) facilitates IFR operations in some of the worst weather.
How much is an AW139 helicopter?
The Leonardo AW139 costs between $5.5m and $9.652m, according to HeliValue$ data taken in spring 2021. The price of an individual AW139 helicopter will be tied to a variety of factors that are specific to the aircraft.
How many AW139 helicopters are there in India?
The DGCA list of non-scheduled air operator permits lists 10 AgustaWestland AW139 helicopters.
Who makes the AW139 helicopter?
AgustaWestland Leonardo
AgustaWestland AW139
| AW139 | |
|---|---|
| Role | Medium-lift SAR/utility helicopter |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland Leonardo |
| First flight | 3 February 2001 |
| Introduction | 2003 |
Where is the AW139 built?
The AW139, along with the BA609, is built at Agusta’s Final Assembly Line in Vergiate plant, Italy.
What engine is in the AW139?
Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6
AgustaWestland AW139/Engine types
How much fuel does a AW139 use?
Helicopter Specifications & Performance
| Fuselage Dimensions | AGUSTA/WESTLAND AW139 |
|---|---|
| Passengers: | 12 |
| Fuel Capacity | |
| Standard (lbs): | 2,767 |
| Standard (gal): | 413 |
What is the most expensive helicopter?
Most Expensive Helicopters in the World
- AgustaWestland AW109 ($6.3 Million)
- Eurocopter EC175 ($7.9 Million)
- Airbus Helicopters H155 ($10 Million)
- AgustaWestland AW139 ($12 Million)
- Sikorsky S-76C ($13 Million)
- Bell 525 Relentless ($15 million)
- Airbus AS332 L1e VIP Super Puma ($15.5 million)
- Sikorsky S-92 ($17.7 Million)
What is the fastest helicopter in the military?
Eurocopter X3 (pronounced as X cubed) is the fastest military attack helicopter in the world. It made its first flight in 2010 and since then has done enough flight testing to be certified for a top speed of 487 kmph. The production-ready version will be called H3 (H cubed) and is expected to be in service before 2020.