Agusta A109E Power
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| Type |
Training and utility helicopter |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer |
Agusta now AgustaWestland |
| Origin |
Raytheon Australia |
| Number Ordered |
3 |
| First Delivered |
1 August 2007 |
| Last Delivered |
August 2007 |
| Weights |
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| Dimensions |
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| Engines | 2 x P&W PW-206C / Turbomeca Arrius 2K1 engines |
| Performance |
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The Agusta's A109 series helicopter was designed primarily for the civilian market but it was also used for a number of military applications. The A109 featured a retractable landing gear; a fully articulated, four bladed main rotor using blades of bonded aluminium alloy construction over a Nomex core; and a swept vertical tail surface with a two bladed tail rotor to port. The A109 Power variant featured two upgraded Pratt & Whitney PW206C turbo-shafts, each rated at 640 shaft horse power.
The Agusta A109E Power helicopters joined 723 Squadron in 2007, on lease from Raytheon Australia, and they were used for multi engine training for pilots moving onto other more complex aircraft types such as the Seahawk. They were also utilised for public relations support and recruiting activities. 723 Squadron operated three A109E Power aircraft up until March 2012 when they were replaced by the Bell 429 helicopter.
