Crew | 1-2 | The AgustaWestland AW109 is a lightweight, twin-engine multi-purpose helicopter operating under a Standard Airworthiness Certificate. It can carry up to three passengers with a flight crew of two. It is powered by two Rolls Royce Allison 250-C20 turboshaft engines that produce 317 SHP at sea level. The maximum takeoff weight is 5,733 lbs. NTPS uses the AW109 for Performance and Flying Qualities flight test instruction. |
Passengers | 3 | |
Manufacturer | Agusta | |
Country of Origin | Italy | |
Engine | Allison 250-C20B | |
Power | 420 shp | |
Rotor Diameter | 11 m | |
Length | 13.05 m | |
Height | 2.9 m | |
MTOW | 2,600 kg | |
Fuel | 73 gal | |
Vne | 168 kts | |
Service Ceiling | 15,000 ft |