AW109 Italian Utility Helicopter
AW109
Utility Helicopter
Other
Basic Information
Name
AW109 Italian Utility Helicopter
Designation
AW109
Alternate Designation
AW109
Equipment Type
Utility Helicopter
Manufacturer
—
Date of Introduction
1976
Description
The AgustaWestland AW109, originally the Agusta A109 is a lightweight, twin-engine, eight-seat multi-purpose helicopter built by the Italian manufacturer Leonardo S.p.A. (formerly AgustaWestland, merged into the new Finmeccanica since 2016). It was the first all-Italian helicopter to be mass-produced. Developed as the A109 by Agusta, it originally entered service in 1976 and has since been used in various roles, including light transport, medevac, search-and-rescue, and military roles. The AW109 has been in continuous production for 40 years. The AgustaWestland AW119 is a derivative of the AW109, the main difference being that it is powered only by a single engine.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Crew
2
Engine
Turboshaft (420 hp)
Service Ceiling
4574 m
Rotor Diameter
11.00 m
Variants
AW109A (Mk II)
This is the production version, available in a number of configurations -- including light attack, anti-tank, command and control, electronic warfare, Mirach 100 RPV launch and control, scout and utility.
AW109B
This was a proposed specialized military utility variant.
AW109BA
This is the anti-tank variant for Belgian army.
AW109C Executive/Coastal Patrol
This is a six- or seven-passenger executive helicopter also suited for medevac role. Certified for single pilot instrument flight rules (IFR).
AW109CM (Mk II+, LMH), AW109HA, AW109H0
These are light multi-role helicopters (LMH) also designated AW109CM. The nose is extended to accept more avionics. The military version has self-sealing tanks, radar- and laser-warning systems
AW109K2
This is a multi-purpose helicopter for hot/high operations. It has Bendix/King Silver Crown avionics.
AW109EOA
This is an upgraded armed observation version for the Italian army, with Allison 250-C20R engines, nose and landing gear of AW109K.
AW109KN
This was a naval variant with harpoon landing, emergency fuel-dumping system, ASW sensors and weapons.
AW109 GdiF (Guardia di Finanza)
This is a maritime patrol variant with several of the systems found on board the coastal patrol variant.
AW109 MAX
This variant is configured for medical evacuation missions. It can accommodate two stretchers and three sitting patients.
AW109 Power
This is the latest version, derived from the 109K2 airframe; see main description.
AW109 Power Elite
This is a special edition AW109E with a larger, improved interior and soundproofing and an advanced avionics suite.
AW109 Power EMS/SAR
This variant is intended primarily for medical evacuation missions.
AW109 Power harbor pilot shuttle
This configuration features three rear seats and a central swiveling seat for the hoist operator.
AW109M LUH/MH-68A Stingray
This is a militarized version of the AW109E Power.
AW109S
The "S" is a stretched version of the 109E, with a cabin that has been extended 10 in (25 cm).
AW109 Trekker
This variant is designed for utility, public services and aerial work operations, including emergency medical service, search-and-rescue, law enforcement and surveillance.
System
Alternative Designation
AW109
Type
Utility Helicopter
Crew
2 (pilot, co-pilot)
Passengers
6 ea
Blades, Main Rotor
4 ea
Blades, Tail Rotor
2 ea
Number of Engines
2 ea
Number of Hard Points
INA
Sling Load Weight Capacity
907 kg
Dimensions
Length
10.71 m
Height
3.30 m
Rotor Diameter
11.00 m
Wheel Base
3.54 m
Disc Area
95.03 m sq
Cabin Volume
4.30 m cu
Empty Weight
1,415 kg
Maximum Takeoff Weight
2,600 kg
Automotive
Engine Name
2 x Allison 250-C20B
Engine Type
Turboshaft
Engine Power
420 shp each
Fuel Capacity
INA
Maximum Never Exceed Speed
278 km/h
Economy Cruise Speed
232 km/h
Climb Rate
518 m/min
Ceiling, IGE Hover
2,438 m
Ceiling, OGE Hover
1,524 m
Service Ceiling
4,574 m
Maximum Range at Sea Level
300 nm (345 mi, 556 km) at sea level, internal fuel only
Maximum Range at 1,220 Meters
440 nm (507 mi, 815 km) at 4,000 ft (1,220 m)
Armament
Note
8 x TOW or 6 x HOT anti-tank missiles; or 7.62-mm door guns or gun pods or miniguns; or 12.7-mm gun pod or 81-mm, 75-mm, 70-mm, 68-mm or 50-mm rocket pods; or AS12 anti-ship missiles or homing torpedoes, depending on version (see "Variants" below); or 7.62-mm M240 door gun and 12.7-mm sniper rifle in
MH-68.
Protection
Stealth Properties
None
Add on Armor
INA
Heat Signature Reduction
INA
NBC Protection
INA
EW Counter Measures/CCM
INA
Counter Measures (Chaff/Flares)
INA
Details
Country of Origin
Italy
Category
Utility Helicopter
Air > Utility Helicopter
Filter Label
A
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
10.71 m
Width
—
Height
3.3 m
Weight
2600 kg
Operators (29)
United States
United Kingdom
Italy
Japan
Sweden
South Africa
Albania
Algeria
Argentina
Australia
Bangladesh
Belgium
Bulgaria
Cambodia
Chile
Ecuador
Greece
Latvia
Malaysia
Mexico
New Zealand
Nigeria
Paraguay
Peru
Philippines
Slovenia
Turkmenistan
Uganda
Venezuela
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