How much does a AW149 cost?
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The AW149 aircraft comes with a price tag of £18-£20 million per helicopter, and, according to Leonardo, is “a safe, agile and robust platform, which can be reconfigured for a wide range of demanding missions in the most severe operational environments”.
Where is the AW149 manufactured?
Choosing a British-made helicopter – the Leonardo AW149 – as the UK’s next military helicopter, would create a cutting-edge new production line in Yeovil.
How much does an aw101 cost?
Leonardo AW101 Specs
| Production | |
|---|---|
| Price New | $28M |
| Year Started | 1994 |
| Year Ended | In Production |
What will replace the Merlin helicopter?
The £330m Merlin Life Sustainment Programme will convert 25 RAF AW101 Merlin helicopters for maritime use by the Royal Navy to replace its fleet of Sea King Mk4 helicopters by 2020.
Where is AgustaWestland?
Rome, Italy
AgustaWestland
| Type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Rome, Italy |
| Key people | Daniele Romiti (chief executive officer) |
| Products | Helicopters |
| Revenue | €4,243 million (2012) |
Is the AgustaWestland AW149 a military helicopter?
The AgustaWestland AW149 is a medium-lift military helicopter developed by AgustaWestland, now Leonardo. On 20 June 2011 AgustaWestland announced the AW189, a civilian development of the AW149, for service in 2013.
When did the AgustaWestland AW189 come out?
On 20 June 2011 AgustaWestland announced the AW189, a civilian development of the AW149, for service in 2013. The AW149 was unveiled at the 2006 Farnborough Air Show.
What is the landing speed of the AW149?
The landing gear can sustain a touchdown with a sink speed of 9.5 m/s, compared with the 2 m/s for a civilian helicopter. The AW149 is being marketed as an alternative to the Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk family. Thailand has ordered 5 AW149 helicopters, and is the first export customer.
What is the difference between the AW139 and AW149?
Derived from the AW139, the AW149 has a larger fuselage and more powerful engines, resulting in a greater cargo volume and payload carrying ability. On 13 November 2009, the first prototype conducted its first flight from AgustaWestland’s Vergiate manufacturing facility in northern Italy.