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AW101
Helicopterconfirmed
The AW101 is a medium-lift, multi-role helicopter developed by AgustaWestland (now Leonardo Helicopters). It is widely used for military applications such as anti-submarine warfare, transport, and search and rescue, as well as for civil and VIP transport.
Specifications
| Type | Helicopter |
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Manufacturer | Leonardo S.p.A. |
| Introduced | 1999 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 278 km/h |
| Range | 1,360 km |
| Crew | 2 |
| Weight | 15.6 t |
History
First flown in 1987 and introduced in 1999, the AW101 was developed by a joint Anglo-Italian venture and has seen service with numerous air forces and navies worldwide.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 14 | confirmed |
| Japan | 3 | confirmed |
| Italy | 12 | confirmed |
| Indonesia | 1 | confirmed |
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