The most advanced multi-role helicopter
The versatility of the AW101 platform permits customers to configure the helicopter for a wide range of primary and secondary roles. Designed with sophisticated avionics and mission systems, coupled with long range and endurance, it provides operational persistence for all missions. This mission flexibility makes the AW101 the most advanced, versatile and capable multi-role helicopter available today.
Missions & Features
Mission Capability
With the capability and persistence to extend the limits of maritime operations, the AW101 provides full spectrum Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR), Maritime Interdiction Operations (MIO), Anti Surface Warfare (ASuW), Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW), Airborne Surveillance and Control (ASaC) and Airborne Mine Countermeasures (AMCM) capability.
Outstanding technology
The AW101's design harnesses technologies at the forefront of industry that are fully integrated throughout the avionics and mission suite to deliver exceptional situational awareness, rapid tactical assessment and ultimate mission effectiveness.
Inherent safety and survivability
Focused on survivability, the AW101's design is driven by customer demands to operate autonomously in harsh weather and hostile locations. Extensive redundancy in structures, avionics and critical systems, combined with the three engine configuration and proven 30 minute run-dry transmission capability, ensures the highest standards of safety.
Exceptional cabin flexibility
The AW101 provides customers with greater mission flexibility, thanks to a comprehensive range of equipment that enables the platform to be configured for swing role operations. The large sliding door and rear ramp ensure rapid personnel ingress/egress and equipment loading/unloading.
Technical data
Maximum Gross Weight
15,600 kg 34,390 lb
Powerplant
3 x General Electric CT7-8E
Overall length
22.83 m 74 ft 11 in
Overall height
6.66 m 21 ft 10 in
Rotor diameter
18.60 m 61 ft 0 in
Capacity
Crew 2-4
Passenger 25+ crashworthy
Max Cruise Speed (ISA, MGW, SL, MCP)
277 km/h 150 kt
Rate of climb (ISA, MGW, SL, MCP)
9.5 m/s 1,880 ft/min
HIGE (ISA, MGW)
3,307 m 10,850 ft
Max Range (ISA, MGW)*
1500 km 810 nm
*Twin Engine Cruise
Max Endurance (ISA, MGW)*
6 h 50 min
*Twin Engine Cruise
AW101 Customers will benefit from the Mid-Life Upgrade program that will increase the life of the in-service fleet with the conversion to the latest standard and systems (avionic, mission systems, radars and sensors), ensuring increased capacity and capability whilst improving the fleet’s reliability and availability.
