The AgustaWestland AW189 is a twin-engined, medium-lift helicopter manufactured by Leonardo S.p.A. (formerly AgustaWestland, merged into Leonardo-Finmeccanica since 2016). It is derived from the AW149, and shares similarities with the AW139 and AW169.
| Role | Medium-lift helicopter |
|---|---|
| National origin | Italy |
| Manufacturer | Leonardo S.p.A Finmeccanica AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 21 December 2011 |
| Introduction | February 2014 |
| Status | In service |
| Primary users | Bristow Helicopters Gulf Helicopters |
| Produced | 2011-present |
| Number built | 70+ |
| Developed from | AgustaWestland AW149 |
Specifications (AW189)
General characteristics
- Crew: 1 or 2
- Capacity: Up to 19 passengers
- Length: 17.60 m (57 ft 9 in)
- Height: 5.06 m (16 ft 7 in)
- Wing area: 53.3 m2 (574 sq ft)
- Gross weight: 8,300 kg (18,300 lb)
- Fuel capacity: 2,063 litres (2,569 l with belly tank)
- Powerplant: 2 × General Electric CT7-2E1 turboshaft engine , 1,492 kW (2,000 hp) each
- Main rotor diameter: 14.60 m (47 ft 11 in)
Performance
- Maximum speed: 313 km/h (194 mph, 169 kn)
- Cruise speed: 267–278 km/h (166–173 mph, 144–150 kn)
- Range: 370–907 km (230–490 mi, 200–430 nmi)
- Service ceiling: 3,000 m (10,000 ft)
Photo Rob Vogelaar