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AW149
Helicopterconfirmed
The AW149 is a medium multi-role military helicopter developed by Leonardo. It is designed for various missions including troop transport, cargo lift, combat search and rescue, and special forces operations.
Specifications
| Type | Helicopter |
| Origin | Italy |
| Manufacturer | Leonardo S.p.A. |
| Introduced | 2014 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 287 km/h |
| Range | 800 km |
| Crew | 2 |
| Weight | 8.6 t |
History
Developed in Italy and first flown in 2014, it offers a robust platform for modern battlefield requirements.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | 8 | confirmed |
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