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New Agusta AW169 announced at Farnborough
Normally reliable sources tell me that Agusta is about to announce a new 10 pax machine at Farnborough in about 10 minutes. Standby!
And not a Ferrari, more of a pickup truck philosophy! |
A picture of the AW169 under wraps prior to the unveiling - FARN10: AgustaWestland to unveil "new" helicopter at high noon - As The Croft Flies
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Presumably the 169, originally introduced as the XX9 at F'boro '08.
I/C |
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It seems to be cross between the 109 and 139.
Well done - please keep the Farnborough news flowing. S. |
AW169
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Had a good look round it today after the big reveal. Awesome potential and good news about Uk production.
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Here here.
I'm of the belief that AW have hit the nail on the head in terms of identifying the potential of the '4.5 ton' market as they call it. EoR |
Heard a rumour that Bond have ordered 4 already and that they will be taking most, if not all, of the Southern North Sea work from CHC in the very near future????
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buzzwordbuzzwordbuzzword:
proud to unveil new generation multi-purpose designed in response to the growing market demand for higher mission flexibility multi-role capability designed to meet the current and anticipated stringent requirements worldwide incorporates several new technology features the highest levels of safety operational benefits for customers new generation advanced aerodynamic rotor design will deliver excellent performance the most demanding operating environments eco-friendly design benefits from extensive use of composites advanced airframe aerodynamics next generation navigation avionics state-of-the-art systems real and exciting potential this aircraft Unveiling brand new state-of-the-art helicopter the very latest in technology avionic suite introduces the very latest technology full digital enhanced graphics capability digital automatic minimises crew workloa The avionics suite also complies with satellite-based navigation capability to perform satellite-based IFR Safety enhancing avionics can be added to the standard avionic configuration Environmental friendliness New generation advanced maximum efficiency low emissions advanced rotor aerodynamics very low external noise eco-friendly helicopter according to the very latest standards eco-friendly design advanced airframe aerodynamics next generation navigation avionics state-of-the-art technology new generation advanced maximum efficiency high power can carry two pilots or alternatively two stretchers large unobstructed main cabin complies with the most stringent safety requirements crashworthy structure and seats engineered with maximum maintainability in mind high reliability low maintenance maximise operational effectiveness modern design features and capabilities the most advanced and cost/effective answer mission requirements can be customised with a wide range of equipment including weather radar the first brand-new type introduced in its market segment YadaYadaYada Have the salesmen just added a few conjunctives and verbs to the randomised rubbish? It certainly looks like that when you read the rubbish that the saleswallies are spewing about the cut-down 139 bauble which they're trying to tout. |
From Aviation International News today
Agusta Launches AW169 at Farnborough Airshow In a surprise announcement yesterday at the Farnborough airshow, AgustaWestland unveiled its newest helicopter–the medium twin AW169. Nestling between the GrandNew and AW139 in the company’s line-up, the Pratt & Whitney Canada PW210-powered AW169 is aimed primarily at the government, parapublic and commercial markets, offering an eight- to 10-seat cabin that can be rapidly reconfigured for a variety of roles. “The AW169 keeps us in line with the latest market needs, and ahead of our competitors,” said AgustaWestland CEO Giuseppe Orsi. What was revealed yesterday in mockup form is the outcome of the XX9 project that AgustaWestland has talked about since at least 2008. The detailed specifications of the twin-engine AW169 have yet to be finalized, but should be completed in time to be revealed at Heli-Expo in March next year. AgustaWestland is coy about the planned date for the helicopter’s first flight, but said it is aiming toward FAA/EASA Part 29 certification and service-entry in the 2014 to 2015 timeframe. Prospective customers include law enforcement and security agencies, including those with special forces, search-and-rescue organizations and emergency medical responders. The type also has natural applications in the commercial world, both onshore and offshore. |
Which UK Police force do they reckon is going to buy it?
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Dyfed-Powys operate an A109E which is now 7 years old (G-DPPF), maybe they will have bundles of cash for the AW169 when its released? :}
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For me, the perfect machine, apart from not being able to get one now. Bugger.......................:(:(
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After the 139 & 189, we need a thread for the 169
INAER signs for ten AW169s | Helihub - the Helicopter Industry Data Source Regards Aser |
Capitale Helicoptere Orders Three AW169 Helicopters | AgustaWestland
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is pleased to announce that Capitale Helicoptere of Canada has signed a contract for three AW169 helicopters. These aircraft will be used to perform charter, VIP transport, utility and medevac operations. This contract marks the first Canadian order for the AW169 helicopter. A significant number of firm orders have already been logged worldwide for a range of applications. The AW169 helicopter program, which was unveiled at the Farnborough International Air Show in July 2010, is progressing as planned with the first flight scheduled in 2012 and certification with a range of mission equipment in 2015. Deliveries are expected to follow immediately after certification is obtained. Aser |
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Blimey, the fundraisers at that charity will have their work cut out if they are to find the cash for them!!!!! Or is there a Govt. involvement we are not aware of...........One wonders.......:confused:
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WNAA / DLRAA's current aircraft (A109E's & A109S) are showing as OWNED by Sloane Helicopters, who are heavily involved with the charity providing a/c, pilots, maint etc...
... so what puzzles me is that WNAA are signing contracts to buy them; unless the model is changing going forward to owning the a/c (as some charities do). But the cynic in me says that it's not so much of a PR hit for AW announcing they've sold 2 a/c to their UK dealer for use as HEMS machines. Sounds much better if the HEMS operator buys them!! But I am known to be a cynic. |
Interesting - according to the pic included with the press release, the Sloane Air Ambos will have a hoist/winch fitted.
Must dust off some previous threads - or possibly not. |
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