Russian Helicopters Holding Company has brought helicopter models relevant for South-East Asia and the Pacific Rim to LIMA 2013 Exhibition running in Malaysia from March 26 through March 30. The Holding Company will also present a program for using its helicopters for search and rescue operations.
The strong, growing ASEAN markets, including Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Philippines, offer very promising opportunities for promotion of Russian rotary-wing aircraft and associated equipment, Russian Helicopters experts believe. At LIMA 2013 Exhibition, the Holding Company is displaying helicopter models relevant for the region: the multi-role Mil Mi-171A1, the newly upgraded Mil Mi-171A2, the Kamov Ka-32A11VS with coaxial rotors, the new medium multi-role Kamov Ka-62 and Ansat light helicopter, Russian Helicopters’ press service reports.
Mil Mi-171A1 and Mi-171A2 are based on the well known Mil Mi-8/Mi-17 helicopter series, different variants of which are currently in operation in more than 110 countries around the world. Mil Mi-171A1 is a commercial multi-role passenger/cargo transport helicopter that meets the stringent FAR-29 international standards.
The new multi-role Mil Mi-171A2 is a deeply modified variant of the Mi-8/Mi-17. The new helicopter’s airframe includes state-of-the-art materials. Russian Helicopters’ experts believe Mi-171A2 may become the most efficient variant yet in the venerable helicopter series.
The medium multi-role Kamov Ka-32A11VS helicopter’s unique performance and capabilities make it ideal for a broad range of missions, including fire-fighting, cargo transportation, evacuation and rescue, as well as patrol missions.
The advanced multi-role Kamov Ka-62 helicopter enjoys a lot of attention from prospective corporate customers. Although its first test flights are scheduled for 2013, with airworthiness certificate expected in 2014, the Brazilian operator Atlas Táxi Aéreo has placed an order for seven Ka-62s. The Ka-62 meets a very high fuel efficiency standard.
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The light multi-role Ansat helicopter is in one of the most popular helicopter categories with lifting capacity under 1.5 metric tons. Ansat features the most spacious passenger/cargo cabin in its class, which can be configured for both passenger (including VIP) and cargo transportation, as well as for search-and-rescue and Medevac missions.
In addition, the Holding Company will hold meetings to present a program of possible future uses for its helicopters and equipment for search and rescue missions geared towards ASEAN members, as well as Japan, Canada and China.
LIMA, the biennial Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition, one of the largest trade shows in Asia Pacific for defense equipment has been held in Langkawi Island (Malaysia) since 1991 and is sponsored by the Defense Ministry of Malaysia. Russia has been a regular exhibitor of its armaments and military equipment at this show, using the event to showcase the latest designs of the Russian defense industry and to discuss military technology cooperation opportunities in South-East Asia and the entire Pacific Rim.
Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of OboronProm (itself a Rostec company) is a global leader in helicopter manufacturing, and the only Russian helicopter designer and manufacturer. The holding company was established in 2007. The company is headquartered in Moscow and comprises five helicopter manufacturing plants, two design bureaus, as well as manufacturers of components and accessories, and a service company providing aftermarket support in Russia and overseas. Key buyers for the holding company’s products include the Russian Defense Ministry, the Russian Interior (Police) and Emergency and Disaster Response Ministries, Gazprom Avia and UTair airlines, as well as major Russian and international companies. Russian Helicopters generated RUB 103.9 billion in 2011 revenues (up 27.8% year-on-year), delivering 262 helicopters to customers.
