Mi-171A2 - new official name for improved Mi-171A1 helicopter, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant
Release Date: 2011-08-02
Ulan-Ude/ August 02, 2011 – the advanced Mi-171M helicopter to be produced by Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, part of Russian Helicopters, is now officially named Mi-171A2The helicopter is being developed by Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant within the framework of the project approved by Russian Helicopters. Up to date, the helicopter only had designation code Mi-171M. The new aircraft is being developed on the basis of Mi-171A1 helicopter produced by Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, certified by ARIAC (Aviation Register of Interstate Aviation Committee) and CTA (Brazil) and one of the most up-to-date helicopters in respect of safety level in the Mi-8/171 family.
The planned improvements include a more powerful engine unit, composite main rotor blades, reinforced transmission, X-type tail rotor, glass cockpit and a few other significant upgrades. A total of more than 80 various innovations will be introduced into the helicopter design to improve the helicopter's performance, enhance maintenance system, reduce flight hour cost.
Russian Helicopters have completed Mi-171A2 upgraded helicopter technical image specification in November 2010; commercial and state operators of Mi-8/17 helicopters type cooperated in the development of this helicopter. This project began in 2009. It is planned to complete development works, tests and certification of the new helicopter by the end of 2013. Mi-171A2 helicopter is planned to be certified as per ARIAC airworthiness requirements. Certification of the helicopter in other countries is also planned.
| Type: | NORMAL |
| Company: | Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant |
| Country: | Russian Federation |