61-438: The Airbus Helicopters H215 (formerly Eurocopter AS332 Super Puma ) is a four-bladed, twin-engined, medium-sized, utility helicopter developed and initially produced by French aerospace company Aérospatiale . It has been subsequently manufactured by the successor companies Eurocopter and Airbus Helicopters . The Super Puma is a re-engined and more voluminous version of the original Aérospatiale SA 330 Puma . Development of
122-425: A crucial role in military operations by providing defensive capabilities in scenarios of evacuation and cargo transportation, as well as offensive roles in fire support and surveillance. Their ability to adapt to different mission requirements contribute significantly to the success of military objectives . Indonesian Aerospace Indonesian Aerospace ( IAe ) ( Indonesian : PT Dirgantara Indonesia ),
183-431: A four-axis auto pilot, a NADIR type1000 navigation and mission management computer, FLIR turrets, an RBR1500B search radar, an engine anti-icing system, hydraulic and electrical hoists, a SPECTROLAB SX-16 searchlight, engine exhaust-gas deflectors, a Bertin loudspeaker, and six-stretcher interior configuration for MEDEVAC missions. The Spanish Air Force operated Super Pumas for various purposes. The fleet participated in
244-554: A keen early customer, using the type in its new rapid response task force, the Force d'Action Rapide , and routinely dispatching Super Pumas to support France's overseas engagements in both Africa and the Middle East . Indonesia also became a prominent nation for the Super Puma, with the state-owned aircraft manufacturer PT Dirgantara Indonesia securing a license to produce it locally. In
305-461: A motorised aircraft, WEL-X was built by Wiweko Soepono using a Harley Davidson engine. The small craft was registered as RI-X. This era marked the rise of several aeromodelling clubs. The war for independence, however, halted all progress until 1953. In that year, The Experimental Section ( Indonesian : Seksi Percobaan ) was organised. Consisting of only 15 personnel, led by Nurtanio Pringgoadisurjo, The team built and tested three prototypes of
366-431: A new medium transport helicopter based on its successful SA 330 Puma. The project's existence was publicly announced at the 1975 Paris Air Show . While the new design retained a similar general layout to the preceding AS 330, it was powered by a pair of Turbomeca Makila turboshaft engines, which had recently been developed and were more powerful than the preceding Turbomeca Turmo . The rotorcraft's four-bladed main rotor
427-463: A new purpose-built final-assembly facility in Brasov , Romania . This move is aimed to cut production time and cost by simplifying production to a single baseline configuration that would then be customised to meet the needs of both civilian and military customers. The Eurocopter AS332 Super Puma is a medium-sized utility helicopter, powered by a pair of Turbomeca Makila 1A1 turboshaft engines, which drive
488-538: A pinpoint market targeting along with a concentrated business mission. The IPTN was re-introduced as PT Dirgantara Indonesia (abbreviated DI) or Indonesian Aerospace (abbreviated IAe). IAe was officially inaugurated by the President of Indonesia , Abdurrahman Wahid , in Bandung on 24 August 2000. On 4 July 2011, Indonesia's government said it will inject Rp.2 trillion ($ 234 million) to Indonesian Aerospace to keep
549-542: A shortened and stretched form, were developed from the onset. On 5 September 1977, the SA 331 preproduction prototype performed its maiden flight ; the first true Super Puma made its first flight roughly one year later. By 1980, the Super Puma had succeeded the SA 330 Puma as Aérospatiale's principal utility helicopter. The Super Puma quickly proved itself to be a commercial success for both military and civil customers. The French Army were
610-539: A single integrated standby instrument system and vehicle monitoring system are also fitted. According to Airbus Helicopters, the avionics installed upon later variants has ensured a high level of operational safety. Third-party firms have offered various upgrades for the Super Puma, including integrated flight management systems , global positioning systems receivers, a digital map display, flight data recorders , an collision warning system , night-vision goggles -compatibility, and multiple radios . A marine variant of
671-546: A single-seat all metal aircraft at Andir Airport (Later renamed Husein Sastranegara International Airport ) in Bandung . On 24 April 1957, The Experimental Section graduated into The Inspection, Trial, and Production Sub-Depot ( Indonesian : Sub Depot Penyelidikan, Percobaan dan Pembuatan ) based on Decision Letter of Indonesian Air Force Chief of Staff number 68. In 1958, a light training aircraft prototype named Belalang 89 , or Grasshopper 89 ,
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#1733202268647732-438: A sizable Super Puma fleet. At least 19 Super Pumas have been operated by Germany's Federal Police service as of 2018. The Finnish Border Guard has operated numerous AS332 L1 Super Pumas equipped for maritime reconnaissance and SAR operations throughout the country. To better suit the challenging prevailing conditions, they are typically fitted with forward-looking infrared , a four-axis autopilot, and deicing apparatus. During
793-799: Is a multi-purpose helicopter capable of pursuing a wide array of tasks. They have proven useful in both civilian and military operations, with versatility being their defining trait. Helicopters play a crucial role in various aspects of civilian safety. Police and fire rescue aircraft demonstrate exceptional versatility across a broad spectrum of task. Common applications for civilian utility include traffic surveillance, medical evacuations , news coverage, and search and rescue missions. Recently, usage has been extended to air evacuations , air and water pollution control, emergency cargo transportation (including blood, organs, and special equipment), and as helitankers in aerial firefighting . Traditionally, helicopters with three placed reciprocating engines , such as
854-422: Is an Indonesian aerospace company involved in aircraft design and the development and manufacture of civilian and military regional commuter aircraft, and a subsidiary of state-owned electronics manufacturer Len Industri [ id ] . The company was formerly known as PT Industri Pesawat Terbang Nusantara (Persero) (IPTN; lit. ' Nusantara Aircraft Industry (State-owned) Limited ' ). It
915-524: Is another large civil operator, having possessed a fleet of 56 Super Pumas in 2014. During the 1990s, Iran procured at least seven Indonesian -built Super Pumas for civil offshore oil exploration missions. Super Pumas are also operated by Petrobras , the largest energy company in Brazil , to support its long-distance oil rigs . The largest civilian helicopter operator in China , CITIC Offshore Helicopter , operates
976-712: Is the Brazilian Air Force 's designation for the helicopter used to transport the President of Brazil . A pair of modified Super Pumas was used as the main presidential helicopters, having been configured to carry up to 15 passengers and three crew members. The VH-34 model was progressively supplemented and later replaced by the VH-36 , the later EC725. Various French presidents, such as François Mitterrand , have used military Super Pumas as an official transport during diplomatic missions. During 2008, British Prime Minister Gordon Brown
1037-577: The AS532 Cougar name. As a fallback option to the NHIndustries NH90 programme, a Mark III Super Puma was also considered for development at one stage. By 2005, various models of Super Puma had been operated by numerous customers across 38 nations for a wide variety of purposes. In total, 565 Super Pumas (including military-orientated Cougars) had been delivered or were on order at this point as well. During February 2012, Eurocopter announced that it
1098-580: The 47G Series and the Hughes 300C were the primary choices for civilian use. However, the preference has been shifted towards turbine engines . The FH-100 and the Bell 206A JetRanger are examples of turbine engine helicopters which have proven to be more effective in operational scenarios. The arising issue with civilian use helicopters is the price tag of the turbine engine helicopters. With initial cost being around $ 100,000, difficulties are posed when budgeting for
1159-558: The Aegean Sea . The Greek government signed a deal with Eurocopter for the purchase of an initial four AS-332 C1 Super Pumas in 1998. HAF acquired two more Super Pumas for air support operations of the Athens 2004 Olympic Games and six more helicopters followed up in the period 2007–2011 for the new CSAR role of the 384 SAR/CSAR Sq. All HAF Super Pumas are of the C1 version, which includes features such as
1220-617: The Hellenic Air Force issued a request for acquiring more modern and capable SAR helicopters, in order to replace its ageing fleet of Agusta Bell AB-205 SAR helicopters, which were in use since 1975. The need for an all-weather, day and night, long range SAR helicopter for operations throughout the Athens FIR came up after the Imia/Kardak incident of 1996, and the growing tension between Greece and Turkey over territorial water disputes on
1281-495: The N-245 , designed to carry 50 passengers for about 400 kilometres in remote areas or where passenger demand is low. The design is based primarily on that of the CN-235 , with body shape and tail modifications. The development cost of the aircraft has thus far reached $ 150 million, with an expected break even point of 50–70 aircraft sales. The aircraft is meant as a market competitor to
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#17332022686471342-652: The NBO 105 ( MBB Bo 105 ) under license from MBB , followed by the NC 212 ( CASA C-212 Aviocar ), under license by CASA . On 11 October 1985, the name PT Industri Pesawat Terbang Nurtanio was changed to the PT Industri Pesawat Terbang Nusantara or IPTN. Nusantara signifies the Indonesian 17,000 island archipelago . The exclusion of "Nurtanio" from IPTN was due to some highly questionable accusations. One of
1403-629: The Niger Delta . In 2015, it was reported that a number of weaponised Super Pumas had been procured by the Nigerian Air Force for anti-insurgency operations against Boko Haram . During 2000, a pair of Nigerian Super Pumas were deployed to in Cross River State to improve area surveillance and increase available firepower in response to insecurity in the vicinity of the Bakassi axis. In late 1990s,
1464-699: The PZL-104 Wilga , locally named the Gelatik . 44 were manufactured for agriculture, transport, and aero club purposes. In 1965, the Aircraft Industry Project Implementation Command ( Komando Pelaksana Proyek Industri Pesawat Terbang ; KOPELAPIP ) and the Independent Aircraft Industry National Company ( PN. Industri Pesawat Terbang Berdikari ) were formed to expand and formulate specific uses of
1525-653: The War in Afghanistan between 2005 and 2011, at one point being the sole rotorcraft providing combat SAR and MEDEVAC cover in Afghanistan's western regions, the last of these were withdrawn in November 2013. The type has also participated in firefighting operations domestically. During the 2010s, Spain decided to replace its Super Puma with the newer NH90, delivery of the Spanish Air Force's first example took place in 2020. VH-34
1586-601: The War in Afghanistan . In October 2015, the Swedish Air Force retired its last Super Puma, replacing it with newer rotorcraft such as the NHIndustries NH90 and Sikorsky UH-60M Black Hawk . Six of these retired Super Pumas were sold on and refurbished for further service with other operators. During 1990, Nigeria made a deal with Aerospatiale to exchange several of their Pumas for larger Super Pumas. In November 2009, an additional five used Super Pumas were acquired from France for peacekeeping and surveillance operations in
1647-571: The French government created a new rapid-response task force, the Force d'Action Rapide , to support France's allies and to contribute to France's overseas engagements in Africa and the Middle East; up to 30 Super Pumas were assigned to the taskforce. In June 1994, France staged a military intervention in the ongoing Rwandan genocide , dispatching a military task force to neighboring Zaire ; Super Pumas provided
1708-574: The National Aviation Industry was pioneered in 1946 at Yogyakarta by the formation of Planning and Construction Bureau ( Indonesian : Biro Rencana dan Konstruksi ) within the Indonesian Air Force . Wiweko Soepono, Nurtanio Pringgoadisurjo, and J. Sumarsono, opened a simple workshop at Magetan , near Madiun . With basic materials, gliders were designed and built – Zogling , NWG-1 (Nurtanio Wiweko Glider) among others. In 1948,
1769-494: The SA 330 Puma, the AS 332 Super Puma possessed a higher cruise speed and more range, in part due to the Makila engine providing a greater power output along with a 17% reduction in fuel consumption per mile. The Super Puma also demonstrated its far superior flight stabilisation tendencies and was less reliant on automated corrective systems. The development of both military and civilian variants
1830-409: The SA 330 and AS 332 under license from Aerospatiale; IPTN-build rotorcraft were produced for both domestic and some overseas customers. A wide variety of specialised Super Puma variants followed the basic utility transport model into operation, including dedicated search-and-rescue (SAR) and antisubmarine warfare (ASW) versions. Since 1990, military-orientated Super Pumas have been marketed under
1891-433: The Super Puma has also been manufactured for performing antisubmarine warfare and antisurface warfare missions. In such a configuration, the Super Puma is modified with additional corrosion protection, a folding tail rotor boom, a deck-landing guidance system, sonar equipment, and the nose-mounted Omera search radar . For the antisurface role, it can be armed with a pair of Exocet anti-ship missiles . In August 1983,
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1952-449: The Super Puma was carried out during the 1970s, based on the successful SA 330 Puma. While retaining a similar layout, the fuselage was redesigned to increase its damage tolerance and crashworthiness, while composite materials were also more extensively used. Furthermore, a pair of more powerful Turbomeca Makila turboshaft engines was also adopted, along with a more streamlined nose, amongst other changes. Two distinct fuselage lengths,
2013-582: The allegations was a personal use of company's letterhead by Nurtanio's family to appropriate some IPTN stocks. None was proven true. Following the 1997 Asian financial crisis , a major restructuring program was implemented. At its peak, in 2004, the Indonesian Aerospace reduced its payroll from 9670 to 3720. Furthermore, the 18 business divisions were reorganised into the following: The restructuring focused on new business goals, downsizing and adaptation of man-power according to available workloads, and
2074-507: The bulk of the task force's rotary lift capability, transporting French troops and equipment during their advance into Rwanda . During the 1980s, the French Army were interested in mounting an airborne battlefield surveillance radar upon the Super Puma. The first prototype Orchidée was assembled at Aérospatiale's Marignane factory and began testing in late 1988; the French Army intended to procure 20 aircraft to equip two squadrons. Orchidée
2135-461: The civilian sector, it has been heavily used to support offshore oil rigs and aerial firefighting operations. Since 1990, Super Pumas in military service have been marketed under the AS532 Cougar designation. In civilian service, a next generation successor to the AS 332 was introduced in 2004, the further-enlarged Eurocopter EC225 Super Puma . During 1974, Aérospatiale commenced development of
2196-850: The debt-ridden firm afloat with a view to making a joint venture with EADS . Before injection, the amount of unpaid debt to the government was Rp.1.1 trillion ($ 129 million). Indonesian Aerospace covers an area of 86.98 ha . The backbone of the production is sustained by 232 high tech operations. Apart from these, there are other minor high-tech facilities spread over various assembly lines, laboratories, and service & maintenance units. They are located mainly in Bandung . (PT Dirgantara Indonesia (DI) – (IAe) Indonesian Aerospace) ( Angkatan Udara Republik Indonesia, Depot Penjelidikan, Pertjobaan dan Pembuatan – Indonesian Air Force Research, Development, and Production Depot) ( Lembaga Industri Penerbangan Nurtanio – Nurtanio Aviation Industry Institution) Indonesian Aerospace has plans to construct
2257-585: The engine bay. The monocoque tail boom is fitted with tail rotor strike protection; the forward portion of the boom also accommodates a luggage compartment. The retractable tricycle landing gear has been designed to provide high energy-absorption qualities. The main cabin of the Super Puma, which is accessed via a pair of sliding plug doors , features a reconfigurable floor arrangement that enables various passenger seating or cargo configurations to be adopted, which includes specialised configurations for medical operators. According to Airbus Helicopters, in addition to
2318-615: The first aviation pioneers in Indonesia, who designed the Sikumbang , an indigenous all metal aircraft (maiden flight: 1 August 1954). As a result of his death caused by a flight training accident on 1 March 1966, the Aviation Industry Preparation Agency was then renamed Nurtanio Aviation Industry Institution LLC ( Indonesian : Lembaga Industri Penerbangan Nurtanio (Abbreviated as LIPNUR) ). Initially, IPTN manufactured
2379-485: The late 2010s, older members of Finland's Super Puma fleet were transported to Romania to be modernised and equipped to the newer H215 standard. In 2014, Airbus Helicopters, the manufacturer of the type, declared that the Super Puma/Cougar family had accumulated a total of 890 delivered rotorcraft to customers across 56 nations. By 2015, 187 Super Pumas had been reportedly ordered by military customers; amongst others,
2440-433: The military and civilian sectors. The success of the AS 332 Super Puma led to the pursuit of additional development programs that produced further advanced models. These included the arrival of features such as lengthened rotor blades, more powerful engines and gearboxes, increases in takeoff weight, and modernised avionics. Furthermore, overseas manufacturing was also established; Indonesian Aerospace (IPTN) has produced both
2501-576: The necessary modifications. Such modifications include night vision capabilities , infrared , and radar . In military terms, a utility helicopter is an aircraft designed to transport troops, but is versatile in performing various combat roles. These tasks include command and control , logistics, casualty evacuation, and fire support . The defining characteristics of these helicopters are lightweight frames capable of quick maneuvers , and space, for transporting troops and cargo. Common types of cargo include ammunition, weapons, and food. These aircraft play
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2562-541: The new body, known as LAPIP ( Lembaga Persiapan Industri Penerbangan ), was actively negotiating for technological transfers and contracts. LAPIP was able to secure a joint licensing and production contract with the Polish People's Republic (through the latter's foreign trade monopoly, the Complete Industrial Facilities Export Centre (CEKOP)). Within the same year, Indonesia was producing
2623-517: The new helicopter from the SA 330 include a ventral fin underneath the tail boom and a more streamlined nose. From the project's onset, it had been planned for the new rotorcraft to be available in two fuselage lengths, consisting of a short fuselage version that had similar capacity to the SA 330, while providing superior performance under "hot and high" conditions, and a stretched version which allowed for greater quantities of internal cargo or passengers to be carried in circumstances where overall weight
2684-579: The orders included 29 for Argentina , 30 for Spain, 33 for Indonesia, 22 for Singapore and 12 for Greece. In November 2017, Romania announced its intention to buy up to 16 rotorcraft and planned to make a 30% down payment towards the first four aircraft later that same year. [REDACTED] Vietnam Data from Jane's All The World's Aircraft 1993–94 General characteristics Performance Related development Aircraft of comparable role, configuration, and era Related lists Utility helicopter A utility helicopter
2745-588: The rotorcraft additional buoyancy . A hatch is set into the cabin floor which facilitates access to the cargo sling pole, in addition to individual stowage space for airborne equipment. The flight control system of the Super Puma uses four dual-body servo units for pitch control of the cyclic , collective , and tail rotor. A duplex digital autopilot is also incorporated. The cockpit is equipped with dual flight controls. Principle instrumentation consists of four multifunction liquid crystal displays along with two display and autopilot control panels; for redundancy,
2806-420: The rotorcraft's four-bladed main rotor and five-bladed tail rotor along with a pair of independent hydraulic systems and a pair of electrical alternators . Fuel is housed across six internal fuel tanks, while additional auxiliary and external tanks can be equipped for extended flight endurance. For safety, the fuel tanks use a crashworthy plumbing design and fire-detection and suppression systems are installed in
2867-477: The two pilots, the short-fuselage AS332 can accommodate up to 15 passengers, while the stretched-fuselage AS332 increases this to 20 passengers in a comfortable configuration. Soundproof upholstery is installed, as is separately-adjustable heating and ventilation systems. In addition to the doors, 12 windows line the sides of main cabin area, these are jettisonable to become emergency exits if required. The lower fuselage can also be fitted with flotation gear to give
2928-566: The type for intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance and search-and-rescue (SAR) missions. Swiss Super Pumas have occasionally been deployed outside the country, usually to provide humanitarian aid, such as a deployment to Greece where they engaged in aerial firefighting during August 2021. During 1988, Sweden arranged to procure a fleet of 12 Super Pumas; they were primarily operated domestically, although some were deployed overseas occasionally, such as to provide medical evacuation services to coalition forces engaged in
2989-594: The type over time, while also expanding its collaboration with Eurocopter . In 1989, the Indonesian Air Force placed an order for 16 Super Pumas as a replacement for the aging Sikorsky S-58T fleet, but amid continued funding shortfalls, only seven units had been delivered by 2008, the operations of which were reportedly hampered by a lack of spare parts. The Indonesian government had also ordered 16 Super Pumas for purposes such as VIP transport, seven of which had been delivered by 2008. Production of these rotorcraft has been performed locally by PT DI. A key export customer
3050-675: The young aviation industry. Within the same timeline, Aviation Studies were promoted in the country's top universities. One of the first schools was founded within the machine department of the engineering faculty of the Bandung Institute of Technology by Oetarjo Diran and Liem Keng Kie. In September 1974, Pertamina 's Advanced Technology Division signed a license contract with MBB and CASA for producing Bölkow Bo 105 and CASA C.212 Aviocar . On 26 April 1976, mandated by Government Act No. 15, in Jakarta , PT Industri Pesawat Terbang Nurtanio
3111-542: Was Switzerland , having originally purchased 15 AS 332M1 Super Pumas, locally designated TH89 , for the Swiss Air Force . These were subsequently joined by 11 AS 532UL Cougars, designated TH98 , while the TH06 programme was launched in 2006 to the retrofit the earlier Super Puma fleet with new avionics that either equaled or exceeded the capabilities of the newer Cougar fleet by RUAG . The Swiss Air Force has typically deployed
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#17332022686473172-412: Was aborted in mid-1990 during post- Cold War defence-spending reductions. Indonesia has been a key customer for the Super Puma; state-owned aircraft manufacturer PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PT DI) secured a license to produce the type. While the company was initially involved in the assembly and finishing of Super Pumas delivered from Europe, PT DI has expanded the range of its manufacturing involvement in
3233-418: Was carried out in parallel, including at the certification stage. During 1981, the first civil Super Puma was delivered. By 1980, the AS 332 Super Puma had replaced the preceding SA 330 Puma as Aérospatiale's principal utility helicopter. It quickly proved to be highly popular amongst its customers; between July 1981 and April 1987, on average, three helicopters per month were being built for operators from both
3294-402: Was deemed to be less critical. On 5 September 1977, a preproduction prototype, the SA 331 , modified from a SA 330 airframe by the addition of Makila engines and a new gearbox, performed its maiden flight . The first prototype of the full Super Puma made its first flight on 13 September 1978, and was quickly followed by a further five prototypes. Flight testing revealed that, in comparison with
3355-522: Was described as having a pulse- Doppler radar mounted on the fuselage's underside, being capable of 360° scanning to detect low-flying helicopters and ground vehicles at ranges up to 150 km; gathered data were to be relayed in real time to mobile ground stations by a single-channel data link for processing and analysis before being transmitted to battlefield commanders. The system was said to be capable of all-weather operation, and would counteract hostile electronic countermeasures . However, development
3416-619: Was expanded from a research and industrial facility under the auspices of the Indonesian Air Force , namely Lembaga Industri Penerbangan Nurtanio (LIPNUR) or Nurtanio Aviation Industry Institute . Established in 1976 as a state owned company, it has developed its capability as an aircraft manufacturer and diversified into other areas, such as telecommunication, automotive, maritime, information technology, oil & gas, control & automation, military, simulation technology, industrial turbine, and engineering services. Though aircraft production in Indonesia existed before independence in 1945,
3477-459: Was flown in a Super Puma during a tour of Iraq . The Super Puma has reportedly proven to be well-suited to offshore operations for the North Sea oil industry , where the type has been used to ferry personnel and equipment to and from oil platforms. One of the biggest civilian operators of the Super Puma is Bristow Helicopters , which had a fleet of at least 30 Super Pumas in 2005; CHC Helicopters
3538-605: Was flown. The design was later produced as Belalang 90 . Five Belalang 90 were built and used for military training. Within the same year, a sport plane, " Kunang 25 ", was also built and flown. On 1 August 1960, by the order of the Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Air Force (order #488), The Aviation Industry Preparation Agency was to be formed to establish the Indonesian aviation industry as part of national strategies on national industrial production. By 16 December 1961,
3599-516: Was offering a lower-cost basic Super Puma configuration that would be more competitive with rivals such as the Russian-built Mil Mi-17 . Starlite Aviation became the launch customer for this new variant, designated AS 332 C1e. In November 2015, Airbus Helicopters announced that manufacturing activity of the AS 332 Super Puma, which was redesignated as the H215 at that point, would be transferred to
3660-406: Was officially established with BJ. Habibie as the President and CEO. The infrastructure was completed and inaugurated on 23 August 1976 by President Suharto . The new body was a merger between Nurtanio Aviation Industry Institution ( Lembaga Industri Penerbangan Nurtanio/LIPNUR ) and Pertamina 's Advanced Technology Division. The name 'Nurtanio' is a tribute to Nurtanio Pringgoadisuryo, one of
3721-421: Was redesigned to make use of composite materials . The design team paid substantial attention to increasing the new model's damage resistance; thus, a more robust fuselage structure was adopted along with a new crashworthy undercarriage , while the rotor blades are also able to withstand some battle damage, along with various other key mechanical systems across the rotorcraft. External features that distinguish
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