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AW109 TREKKERM
SP’s Aviation
|Issue 2, 2025 - Aero India Special
Leonardo's state-of-the-art multi-role military light helicopter
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THE AW109 TREKKERM REPRESENTS THE PEAK OF LEONARDO'S established leading role in the light twin helicopter market in terms of modern design and versatility. Building upon the legacy of the popular AW109 series, with over 1.600 units sold in multiple variants globally, the AW109 TrekkerM continues to uphold the standards of excellence that have defined this product line over time.
Performance - The AW109 TrekkerM is designed to operate in the most challenging environments, delivering excellent performance even in “hot and high” conditions. Its rugged design, compact footprint, and skid landing gear make it adaptable to a wide range of missions, ensuring true multi-role capability. Two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW207C turbine provide power and versatility, enabling the helicopter to reach speeds up of 148 Knots.
This story is from the Issue 2, 2025 - Aero India Special edition of SP’s Aviation.
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