The premium helicopter with top performance and capabilities
The AW109 GrandNew is a modern top-of-the-range light twin-engine helicopter and offers outstanding performance, speed, payload, excellent operational flexibility as well as high safety through advanced navigation and situational awareness technology. Designed to operate in all environmental conditions, the aircraft can perform a wide range of missions so that operational demands are fully met.
Missions & Features
Mission ready
The AW109 GrandNew is the fastest helicopter in its class, characterised by unrivalled elegance in its interior finish and a stylish shape. Developed with advanced technology and a high level of safety to perform operations in all weather conditions, the AW109 GrandNew is the benchmark for Private and Executive helicopter owners.
Outstanding technology and safety
The helicopter features a state-of-the-art glass cockpit with 4-axis digital autopilot to reduce pilot workload and increase situational awareness. Category A Performance Class 1 certification ensures safe flight to and from congested areas, such as city centres, even in One Engine Inoperative (OEI) conditions.
Exceptional cabin flexibility
The bright and quiet cabin provides passengers with a comfortable journey. Benefitting from the effective soundproofing system, passengers can enjoy a relaxing flight in a wide range of layouts from a 4 to a 6 seat design. Wide sliding doors on both sides and electrically retractable steps ensure easy access for all passengers, whilst the extended baggage compartment provides high capacity for luggage.
Mission ready
The AW109 GrandNew has been designed to operate in the challenging conditions associated with Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Search and Rescue (SAR) missions over land and water. The helicopter fully complies with safety, performance and effectiveness requirements to successfully carry out these missions anytime and anywhere.
Outstanding technology and safety
The helicopter features a state-of-the-art Genesys Aerosystems glass cockpit with 4-axis digital autopilot to reduce pilot workload and ensure unrivalled situational awareness, allowing the crew to concentrate on mission objectives. Top class performance enables operations in the most severe conditions, including ‘hot and high’.
Exceptional cabin flexibility
The unobstructed cabin space allows entire access to the patient and can be configured in a wide range of layouts which may include single or dual stretchers with up to 4 seats for medical attendants or up to 6 seats for Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC). The wide room can accommodate an extensive range of emergency medical equipment.
Mission ready
The AW109 GrandNew fully meets the demands of today’s Law Enforcement and Security Agencies, worldwide: all-weather capability, advanced technology, low environmental impact, superior manoeuvrability, high levels of safety for the crew and for the public they serve.
Outstanding technology and safety
State-of-the-art Genesys Aerosystems glass cockpit embedded functions aim to maximise the exploitation of the helicopter’s capabilities in all-weather operations while increasing safety levels and lowering pilot workload, enabling complete mission focus.
Exceptional cabin flexibility
Wide sliding doors and a large, unobstructed cabin provide multi-role versatility and operational flexibility in critical tasks. The modular interior allows configurations for multiple operational scenarios and can be fitted with a wide range of equipment tailored to customer demands.
Technical data
Weight (MGW)
Internal loads
3,175 kg 7,000 lb
Weight (MGW)
External loads
3,200 kg 7,055 lb
Powerplant
2 x Pratt & Whitney
Canada PW207C
Overall length*
12.96 m 42 ft 06 in
*Rotor turning
Overall height
3.40 m 11 ft 02 in
Rotor diameter
10.83 m 35 ft 06 in
Capacity
Crew 1-2
Passenger 7-6
Max Cruise Speed (SL, ISA, MGW, MCP)
289 km/h 156 kt
HIGE (ISA, MGW)
4,750 m 15,600 ft
HOGE (ISA, MGW)
3,050 m 10,000 ft
Max Range (5,000 ft, ISA, MGW)*
859 km 464 nm
*with 634 kg usable fuel - no reserve
Max Endurance (5,000 ft, ISA, MGW)*
4 h 31 min
*with 634 kg usable fuel - no reserve
