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AS565/550
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The AS565 Panther and AS550 Fennec are military helicopters produced by Airbus Helicopters, serving various roles for armed forces worldwide. The AS565 is a twin-engine, medium-weight multi-role platform primarily for naval operations, while the AS550 is a single-engine light utility and attack helicopter.
Specifications
| Type | Helicopter |
| Origin | France |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| Introduced | 1988 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 317 km/h |
| Range | 827 km |
| Crew | 2 |
| Weight | 4.3 t |
History
This French-developed helicopter by Airbus Helicopters first flew in 1988, serving as an early military iteration of the Dauphin family.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 15 | confirmed |
| France | 41 | confirmed |
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