The Rooivalk is a twin-engine, tandem-seat combat support helicopter initially developed with assistance from the South African Air Force (SAAF). Denel Aircraft continued subsequent development with in-house funds. Two prototype/demonstrator aircraft, one pre-production aircraft and 12 production-standard aircraft (for the SAAF) were produced through 2004. Production Rooivalks are powered by two Turbomeca Makila 1K2 turboshaft engines rated at 1,843 shp each. Armament includes a Kentron GA-1 20-mm cannon mounted in a steerable chin turret.
The TH-28 is a single-main-rotor, turbine-powered, militarized IFR training version of Enstrom's commercial Model 480, The helicopter's interior is configured for three, including two student pilots and an instructor. Originally developed in conjunction with an unsuccessful bid for the U.S. Army's New Training Helicopter program, Enstrom nevertheless decided to continue to develop both a military trainer and a civil variant. At this time, the civil Model 480 remains in production and occasionally finds its way into the military market.
The AS532 Cougar and the new EC725 are twin-engine, medium-lift military transport and special-purpose helicopters. They are the military versions of Eurocopter's AS332 Super Puma and EC225, respectively. Current engines include two Turbomeca Makila 1A1 turboshaft engines rated at 1,819 shp each for takeoff for the AS532 Mk 1, and two Turbomeca Makila 2A turboshafts rated at 2,100 shp each for takeoff for the EC725. Armament can include a 20-mm cannon, twin 7.62-mm machine gun or two rocket pods.
The Eurocopter BO105 is a 5-7-seat, twin-turboshaft-engine, single-main-rotor utility helicopter used for both military and commercial roles. BO105CB/CBS models are powered by two Rolls-Royce 250-C20B turboshaft engines rated at 420 shp each for takeoff, while the BO105LS features a pair of Rolls 250-C28C turboshafts rated at 500 shp each for takeoff. Approximately 1,400 BO105s, including 680 military versions, were built through 2005. Eurocopter's newer and more advanced EC135/635 light twin has replaced the BO105.
The Eurocopter EC635 is the military version of the EC135 multipurpose light twin-turbine helicopter. It can be used for troop transport, search and rescue and training. The latest models are the EC135P2e, powered by 667-shp Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B2 engines, and the EC135T2e, powered by 634-shp Turbomeca Arrius 2B2s. Through 2010, 35 EC635s were built. Production of another 40 EC635s is forecast for the 2011-20 period.
The Eurocopter Tiger is a tandem-seat anti-tank/fire-support helicopter designed for all-weather, day/night anti-tank, ground-support, anti-helicopter and armed escort missions. Power is supplied by two MTU Turbomeca Rolls-Royce MTR390 turboshaft engines rated at 1,285 shp each at takeoff.
The UH-72A Lakota is a twin-turboshaft-powered multimission helicopter based on the EC145 civil helicopter. The UH-72A is powered by two Turbomeca Arriel 1E2 turboshafts rated 770 shp each. The selection of the helicopter for the U.S. Army's Light Utility Helicopter program, to meet a requirement for 345 units, represents EADS North America's first major win as a prime contractor for the U.S. military. Deliveries began in late 2006, with 152 units produced through 2010. An additional 198 helicopters are forecast for production in 2011-20.
Fabrica Argentina de Aviones SA (FAdeA), previously known as Lockheed Martin Aircraft Argentina SA, produces the AT-63, an updated version of the tandem-seat IA 63 Pampa trainer/light attack aircraft. First flight of the IA 63 occurred in 1984, followed by initial deliveries in 1988. It was powered by a single 3,500-lb-thrust Honeywell TFE731-2-2N turbofan engine. Twenty-two IA 63 aircraft were produced, including three flying prototypes. The new AT-63 has a 3,500-lb.-thrust Honeywell TFE731-2C turbofan, five weapons stations and an avionics suite from Elbit.
The A-10 is a single-seat ground attack aircraft powered by a pair of General Electric TF34-GE-100 turbofan engines rated at 9,065 lb. thrust each. First flight of an A-10 prototype occurred in 1972, and by 1984 a total of 713 A-10As had been built for the U.S. Air Force. Conversion of a portion of the service's A-10A fleet for use in forward air control was subsequently performed, resulting in the OA-10 configuration.
The Fuji T-7, also known as the T-3 Kai or KM-2F, is a two-seat basic/primary trainer derived from Fuji's earlier, piston-engined T-3. It is powered by a 450-shp Rolls-Royce 250-B17F turboprop engine. First flight of a prototype, converted from an existing T-3, occurred in 1998. In 2000, the T-7 was selected over the Pilatus PC-7 as the new primary trainer for the Japan Air Self-Defense Force. T-7 deliveries began in 2002, with 49 produced through 2008, when the final aircraft was delivered for the Japanese requirement.
Hafei Aviation Industry Co. Ltd. of China builds the Z-9, a version of Eurocopter's Dauphin twin-turboshaft, multipurpose helicopter. Z-9 deliveries began in 1982. Original Z-9s were assembled from Aerospatiale-supplied kits. Over the years, Z-9 production incorporated an ever-increasing proportion of Chinese-made equipment, culminating in the completely indigenous Z-9B. The Z-9 is powered by Zhuzhou WZ-8 turboshaft engines. The most recent attack variant, the Z-9WE, is fitted with Turbomeca Arriel 2Cs.
The Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL) Dhruv is a twin-turboshaft, multirole helicopter originally powered by Turbomeca TM333-2B2s rated at 1,000 shp each. Deliveries began in 2011 of a variant equipped with the new Turbomeca/HAL Ardiden 1H1 1,200-shp turboshaft, which is produced and marketed in India under the name Shakti. Through 2010, 110 Dhruvs were built, and another 309 are forecast for production in 2011-20. A light attack variant, the Light Combat Helicopter, will be powered by two Shakti/Ardiden 1H1s.
The HAL Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) is a single-seat multirole fighter/attack aircraft designed for an Indian military requirement; a two-seat trainer version is also being developed. Initial production aircraft are powered by GE F404-GE-IN20 augmented turbofans rated at 18,700 lb. thrust each. Although later production aircraft were to feature the indigenously designed Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) GTX-35VS Kaveri augmented turbofan, the government has decided to use the GE F414-GE-INS6 (rated at 22,000 lb.
The Hawker Beechcraft King Air series of pressurized, twin-turboprop transport aircraft see widespread use in a variety of roles such as basic utility, medevac, training and VIP transport, while highly modified King Airs also see use as maritime patrol and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) platforms. In U.S. military service, variants are designated C-12. The MC-12W Liberty ISR aircraft is a recent version. Initial flight of a King Air took place in 1964. More than 6,000 aircraft in the King Air series have been built.
The SH-2 Seasprite is a multipurpose naval helicopter. The two most recent variants are the SH-2F, powered by two GE T58-GE-8F turboshafts rated at 1,350 shp each, and the SH-2G, powered by two GE T700-GE-401s rated at 1,690 shp each. Although the Seasprite is still marketed by Kaman, no new production aircraft have been built since the early 1990s. Since the aircraft's first flight in 1959, 191 have been built.
The Kawasaki OH-1 is a tandem-seat, twin-engine, armed scout helicopter developed for the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force. The aircraft is powered by a pair of Mitsubishi TS1-M-10 turboshaft engines, rated at approximately 885 shp each. First flight of an OH-1 prototype occurred in August 1996. Thirty-one OH-1s were built through 2010; another five are expected in 2011- 12.
The Kawasaki P-1 is a four-engine, anti-submarine warfare and maritime patrol aircraft. The aircraft is powered by the IHI XF7-10 turbofan, which is rated at 13,448 lb. thrust. The P-1 is intended to be a replacement for Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force P-3Cs. A P-1 prototype flew for the first time in 2007. Delivery of the first production model is scheduled for 2012. Through 2010, two developmental aircraft were built. In 2012-20, 34 production units are forecast.
The Kazan Ansat is a single-main-rotor, twin-turboshaft, multipurpose light helicopter. The Ansat-U training variant is in Russian military service. The Ansat is powered by a pair of Pratt & Whitney Canada PW207K engines rated at 630 shp each. The helicopter will also be available with the 630-shp Motor Sich MS-500V engine. An armed reconnaissance variant, the Ansat-2RT, had its first flight in 2005. Through 2010, 29 Ansats were built, and another 136 are forecast to be built in 2011-20.
The first prototype of the two-seat KT-1 turboprop trainer initially flew in 1991. The first two prototypes were powered by the 550-shp Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-25A; subsequent aircraft have been fitted with 950-shp PT6A-62s. Through 2010, 132 units were produced, while another 45 aircraft are forecast for production in 2011-14. KAI has also developed a forward air control version called the KO-1, which is fitted with four hardpoints across its wing.
Development of this two-seat advanced trainer began in 1992. The program was formally launched in 1997, with Lockheed Martin announced as a participant, responsible for avionics, flight control systems and wings. The first prototype flew in August 2002. Two versions were developed: the T-50 trainer and the weapons-capable A-50 Lead-In Fighter Trainer. T-50s and A-50s are powered by a single General Electric F404-GE-102 turbofan engine (7,700 lb. thrust).
The Lockheed P-3 Orion is an anti-submarine warfare/maritime patrol aircraft that was produced through 1997. Lockheed won a U.S. Navy ASW competition in 1958 and began deliveries of the P-3A in 1962; the improved P-3C first flew in 1968. Lockheed produced a total of 647 P-3s, while Kawasaki produced 101 under license. Although P-3C production has ended, the aircraft remains the subject of numerous upgrade programs. Power for the P-3C is provided by four 4,910-shp Rolls-Royce T56-A-14 turboprop engines.
The C-130 is a four-engine, turboprop-powered military transport. A number of variants have been produced, including the AC-130 gunship and KC-130 tanker. First flight of a C-130 occurred in 1954, and the current production model, the C-130J, made its initial flight in 1996. The C-130J incorporates four 4,591-shp Rolls-Royce AE 2100D3 engines, new avionics and other improvements. Some 2,365 C-130s were built through 2010, with production of an additional 272 C-130Js forecast in the 2011-20 period. Competitors will be the Airbus A400M and Embraer KC-390.
The initial F-16 prototype first flew in 1974. Lockheed Martin continues to produce the aircraft, which has also been built under license by a number of companies. The F-16A, F-16C and F-16E are single-seat fighters, while the F-16B, F-16D and F-16F are tandem-seat, combat-capable trainer versions. Power comes from a single turbofan engine. In the modern F-16C/D, this is either a 29,100-lb.-thrust Pratt & Whitney F-100-PW-229 or a 29,500-lb.-thrust GE F110-GE-129. The F-16E/F is powered by a 32,500-lb.-thrust GE F110-GE-132.
Lockheed Martin's X-35 design was selected as the winner of the Joint Strike Fighter program in 2001. Lockheed Martin's bid included numerous partners, including Northrop Grumman and BAE. The JSF program calls for the F-35 in three versions: the F-35A conventional-takeoff-and-landing model, the F-35B short-takeoff-and-vertical-landing variant and the F-35C carrier-based attack model. All versions are powered by a single, afterburning turbofan engine rated at 40,000 lb.
