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Leonardo Helicopters AW109

Overview

The Leonardo AW109 is a light twin-engine helicopter used for EMS, law enforcement, corporate transport, and military utility. Compact size, speed, and twin-engine safety margins support single-pilot IFR operations in many configurations. Continuous updates have kept avionics and engines current across decades of production. It is one of Leonardo’s most widely adopted light twins.

Quick Facts

Range 500 nm
Cruise Speed 154 kt
Max Speed 168 kt

Specifications

ICAO Type CodeA109
Length42 ft 9 in
Wingspan / Rotor Diameter35 ft 7 in rotor diameter
Height11 ft 6 in
Empty Weight3500 lb
Max Takeoff Weight7000 lb
Cruise Speed154 kt
Max Speed168 kt
Range500 nm
Service Ceiling19500 ft
Engine ManufacturerPratt & Whitney Canada / Safran
Engine ModelPW207 / Arrius (variant-dependent)
Engine Count2

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Source: Leonardo — AW109 Trekker