Gallery: Leonardo's AW09 Full-Scale Cabin Mock-Up Debuts At EBACE 2024
May 28, 2024
Under wraps
This shows the covers on before the new version of the Leonardo AW09 was to be unveiled.
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The big reveal
The covers are taken off to unveil the next generation Leonardo AW09 at EBACE 2024.
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VIP-corporate transport cabin layout
The AW09 has “generous” legroom inside the largest cabin in the single-engine class, and can offer multiple seating configurations.
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New flightdeck
Richard Grant, an experimental test pilot for Kopter Group said: “We’re working to raise the latest safety standards to bring an aircraft that’s easy to fly, easy to operate."
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Leonardo AW09's tail
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Spacious and versatile
The helicopter is more versatile, potentially performing passenger transport, emergency medical services and security missions.
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Rotor blades
After Leonardo’s acquisition of Kopter Group, major changes were made to the AW09, including the switch to a Safran Arriel 2 engine.
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"Easy to fly, easy to operate"
Leonardo describes the AW09 as a “true digital helicopter” that will be capable of data transmission for technical support, scheduled maintenance and flight efficiency and safety capabilities.
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Leonardodebuted a full-scale cabin mock-up of its next generation AW09 single engine helicopter at EBACE 2024 in Geneva. These images show the interior cabin and the exterior of the new aircraft.
