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ka-27 helix a (2+)
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The Kamov Ka-27 (NATO reporting name 'Helix') is a military helicopter developed for the Soviet Navy, primarily for anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and search and rescue (SAR) operations. It is characterized by its distinctive coaxial contra-rotating rotor system, which provides high maneuverability and eliminates the need for a tail rotor.
Specifications
| Type | Helicopter |
| Origin | Soviet Union |
| Manufacturer | Kamov |
| Introduced | 1982 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 270 km/h |
| Range | 900 km |
| Crew | 3 |
| Weight | 12 t |
History
Developed in the Soviet Union in the late 1970s, it entered service in 1982 and has been widely used by the Soviet and later Russian navies.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | 2 | confirmed |
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