The deeply modernized Ka-226T light helicopter made its first flight on the basis of the flight test complex of the National Helicopter Engineering Center “ Mil and Kamov & # 39; & # 39 ;. This was reported on the website of the Russian Helicopters holding company.
The report states that the Ka-226T helicopter has started flight tests. It is noteworthy that the aircraft received improved aerodynamic characteristics and electronic equipment. In addition, the design of its airframe and fuselage have been modified, as well as the machine's carrying system. Thus, the Ka-226T received a new main rotor column, blades, main gearbox and shock and crash resistant fuel system.
Russian helicopters; pointed out that the Ka-226T became the first Russian rotorcraft, the design documentation of which was fully digitized.
The post added that the aircraft is equipped with a coaxial rotor design. It offers good handling in thin air conditions, as well as resistance to strong crosswinds and a high rate of climb. The helicopter can land at high altitude sites, the holding company said.
Earlier Russian President Vladimir Putin said the Russian Helicopters holding company has demonstrated legal capacity.