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Old 19th Aug 2011, 11:20
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Thud_and_Blunder
 
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I've always admired the Kamovs, and particularly like the look of the Ka226T. With similar engines to the EC135 (Arrius 2G2 according to the website) it appears to be capable of achieving a lot more lift with only a slight sacrifice in speed. The small footprint, absence of a tail-rotor and high main-rotor ground-clearance would make it seem ideal for HEMS. I reckon most of the crews I've worked with would be amazed at the useful space in that cabin. It's a shame Kamov (and Eurocrapter...) feel the need to have a roof switch-panel, though - absolutely no need for that in a modern helicopter. Wonder if any of the Western European operators would ever seriously consider operating them (certification issues?)?
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