Flying Assets
AH-64DHA APACHE
DESCRIPTION
The ΑΗ-64DHA helicopter constitutes an advanced rapidly evolving air weapon system, which can be rapidly deployed, engage closely and in depth, delay, harass and destroy the enemy forces. It is designed to fight and survive, day and night, in adverse weather conditions. It was delivered to the Hellenic Army Aviation in 2007. The Apache Delta, equipped with the MTADS system, provides to the crew capabilities of accurate navigation and execution of accurate attacks in all flight conditions. Its weaponry includes AGM-114 Ηellfire missiles with a range over 8.000 m, which are mainly used to destroy armoured and in general “hard” targets. The Hydra-70 70mm rockets hit the enemy personnel, light armour and “soft targets” in general. Finally, the M-230 30mm chain gun autocannon complements the helicopter’s weaponry. There is also an installed video recorder, an invaluable instrument for reconnaissance and damage evaluation missions.
FEATURES
Maximum speed
365 km/h
Maximum Weight
9.190 Kg
Crew
2 (Pilot, Gunner)
Engines
2 x General Electric T 700-GE-701D/CC, 3900 HP each
Mileage
2:30 hours
DIMENSIONS
Length
17,7 m
Height
4,9 m
WEAPONRY
M-230 30mm (1.200 cartridges) chain gun autocannon
Ηydra-70 Folding-Fin Aerial
AH-64A APACHE
DESCRIPTION
The ΑΗ-64Α Apache attack helicopter of ΜcDonnel Douglas company (which in 1984 acquired Hughes, the initial developer of the helicopter) constitutes the first attack helicopter of the Army Aviation. It is an advanced rapidly evolving air weapon system, which can be rapidly deployed, engage closely and in depth, delay, harass and destroy the enemy forces. It is designed to fight and survive, day and night, in adverse weather conditions. The prototype with the codename YAH-64 flew for the first time in September 1975. In 1976, Hughes company won the pertinent competition and the helicopter started taking its final shape. In 1981, it was named “Apache” and in February 1984 the first AH-64A attack helicopter was delivered to the US Army. It was delivered to the Hellenic Army Aviation in 1995. The Apache, equipped with the TADS system, provides to the crew capabilities of accurate navigation and execution of accurate attacks in all flight conditions. Its weaponry includes AGM-114 Ηellfire missiles with a range over 8.000 m, which are mainly used to destroy armoured and in general “hard” targets. The Hydra-70 70mm rockets hit the enemy personnel, light armour and “soft targets” in general. Finally, the M-230 30mm chain gun autocannon complements the helicopter’s weaponry. There is also a video recorder installed, capable of recording up to 72 minutes. An invaluable instrument for reconnaissance and damage evaluation missions.
FEATURES
Maximum speed
365 km/h
Maximum Weight
9.535 Kg
Crew
2 (Pilot, Gunner)
Engines
2 x General Electric T 700-GE-701D/CC, 3900 HP each
Mileage
2:30 hours
DIMENSIONS
Length
17,2 m
Height
4,5 m
WEAPONRY
M-230 30mm (1.200 cartridges) chain gun autocannon
Ηydra-70 Folding-Fin Aerial
NH-90
DESCRIPTION
In August 2003, a contract was signed with NHI Industries for the procurement of 20 ΝΗ-90 ΤΤΗ-Tactical Transport Helicopters. Of these, 4 have Special Operations’ configuration, while the procurement of sets for the revamp of 4 helicopters to ambulances has already materialised. The development of this helicopter constitutes the collaboration result between the companies AIRBUS HELICOPTERS (France, Germany), LEONARDO (Italy) and FOKKER (Netherlands). They are currently in service in 12 states. It is the first helicopter to be exclusively produced with a fly-by-wire operating system. It is categorised as a multi-role transport helicopter. Their acceptance by the Hellenic Army began in 2011 and is expected to be concluded in 2024.
FEATURES
Maximum Speed
324 km/h
Maximum Weight
11.000 Kg
Maximum External Load
4.000 Kg
Engines
2 x General Electric T 700-GE-701D/CC, 3900 HP each
Crew
2 (Pilot, Gunner)
Passengers
20
Patients on stretchers
3
Mileage
2:30 hours
DIMENSIONS
Total length (including the rotor)
19,56 m
Height
5,44 m
OH-58D KIOWA WARRIOR
DESCRIPTION
The reconnaissance helicopter OH-58D Κiowa Warrior was developed by the US Army, based on the Bell 406 helicopter platform. It was under construction from 1991 to 2011. It has two hardpoint mountings for the suspension of guns, with the capability to place an Μ3P machine gun, a 7 rockets’ pod or a 2 HELLFIRE missiles’ carrier. The MAST MOUNTAIN SIGHT (MMS) system, located over the Main Rotor bears a LASER pointer, a high resolution camera for daytime, as well as a thermal camera (FLIR) for reconnaissance and hitting targets, day and night. Its position allows the reconnaissance helicopter to cover the craft throughout the time of targets’ reconnaissance but also a major part of their assault.
FEATURES
Maximum Speed
232 km/h
Maximum Weight
2.495 Kg
Operators
2
Engine
Rolls Royce 250-C30R3
Mileage
2:10 hours
DIMENSIONS
Length
12,4 m
Height
4 m
WEAPONRY
M3P 0.50’’ (12.7mm) machine gun
Ηydra-70 Folding-Fin Aerial Rockets 70mm
Hellfire AGM-114 anti-tank missiles
UH-1H HUEY
DESCRIPTION
The UH-1H helicopter, globally known as the legendary Huey, came in the market with the name Βell Model 204 in 1956 and inaugurated the era of jet engines for the US Army. It went into active service as ΗU-1 (later UH-1) Iroquois and appeared for the first time in Vietnam in 1963. It was a 9-seater multi-role helicopter, which radically changed the data and operations planning, attributing a new sense to the 3rd dimension of the battlefield, executing MedEvacs, air assaults, massive transports of small echelons, without the use of paratroopers, as well as close support missions. In 1963, the UH-1D (Model 205) was delivered, with a longer fuselage for the transport of 12 soldiers, apart from the crew, improved engines and range, as well as the capability to carry an assortment of weapon systems (20mm gun, 2.75-inch rockets and anti-tank missiles). The MedEvac UH-1V version can transport 6 stretchers and a medic. The UH-1H (Model 205 A-1) was first produced in 1967 and is similar to the UH-1D with an improved engine for enhancement of transport capability. The UH-1H helicopters started being delivered to the Hellenic Army Aviation gradually from 1969 to 1981. Despite their advanced age, providing a great degree of reliability and security, they constitute the main asset of the Army Aviation, being active in all its Units.
FEATURES
Maximum Speed
222 km/h
Maximum Weight
4.310 Kg
Payload
2.080 Kg
Engine
LYNCOMING T53-L-13B 1400 HP
Crew
2 Operators, 1 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Passengers
11
Patients on stretchers
6 + 1 medic
Mileage (With 2 Auxiliary Tanks)
2:30 (5:30 hours)
DIMENSIONS
Total length (including the rotor)
13,65 m
Height
4,1 m
CH-47D CHINOOK
DESCRIPTION
In the 50s, the Boeing Vertol company responded to the US Army requirement for a new helicopter with 2 tandem-rotors, with Model 107, which was assigned the codename YHC-1A. After the completion of evaluations, the helicopter CH-47Α Chinook was accepted by the US Army in December 1962, equipped with 2 turboshafts T55-L-5 engines. In October 1966, the CH-47B model conducted its first flight, with advanced engines, modified engine wings as well as several other improvements. The “C” version entered production in 1968 with an advanced transmission box and greater fuel capacity. The “D” version which integrates 13 large modifications was delivered in May 1982. The Boeing CH-47D International model, which constitutes the export version, mainly differs from the basic model in terms of its engine, the T55-L-714. The Chinook’s production has been also licensed to Italy (Meridionali-Boeing CH-47C) and Japan (Κawasaki-Boeing CH-47J). The first 5 CH-47C helicopters were accepted in 1981, while the other 4, which belonged to the Hellenic Air Force, in 1988. Their update to the “D” version took place in the USA in 1994-95, mainly pertaining to the increased autonomy, from 2 hours and 30 minutes to 5 hours. Therefore, the model was named CH-47D(LR){Long Range}. 7 more advanced CH-47D helicopters were accepted in 2001, which, apart from improved engine power (4500 ΗP compared to 3750 ΗP), are also equipped with Full Authority Digital Electronic Control (FADEC), weather radar and self-protection systems.
FEATURES
Maximum Speed
315 km/h
Maximum Weight
24.510 Kg
Payload
12.710 Kg
Engines
2 x Textron Lycoming T55-L-712/714, 3750/4500 HP each
Crew
2 Operators, 2 Aircraft Maintenance Engineers
Passengers
44 or 33 paratroopers
Patients on stretchers
24
Mileage
5 hours
DIMENSIONS
Total length (including the rotor)
30,2 m
Height
5,7 m
AB-206
DESCRIPTION
The AB-206 helicopter constitutes the European version (Italian Agusta) of the widely known Βell 206 Jet Ranger. This model has been widely used throughout the world, in the most extreme flight conditions, with great success. The Βell Model 206 constitutes the civilian version of the OH-58 Κiowa helicopter, which is in service at the US Army. The Hellenic Army Aviation accepted them in 1976 and they are being used in VIP missions, exercise of command and observation.
FEATURES
Maximum Speed
222 km/h
Maximum Weight
1.225 Kg
Payload
545 Kg
Engine
Αllison 250-C20B, 400 HP
Crew
1 Operator
Passengers
4
Mileage
3 hours
DIMENSIONS
Total length (including the rotor)
8,74 m
Height
2,9 m
NH-300C
DESCRIPTION
The ΝH-300 of Bredanardi company is a two-seater training helicopter, accepted by the Army Aviation School in 1985 and constitutes the main asset for the initial training of Army Aviation operators. It substituted in that role the OH-13 helicopters.
FEATURES
Maximum Speed
213 km/h
Maximum Weight
930 Kg
Payload
450 Kg
Engine
1 Piston Engine Lycoming H10-360-D1A, 225 HP
Crew
1 Operator
Passengers
1
Mileage
3:30 hours
DIMENSIONS
Total length (including the rotor)
8,20 m
Height
2,7 m
U-17A,B CESSNA
DESCRIPTION
It is a single-engine, high-wing, 6-seater aircraft, manufactured by Cessna company. It is all-metal and designed as a light freighter or passenger aircraft. It is suitable for various missions and has been manufactured to execute low altitude flights over rugged terrain, from small, slightly rugged and rough-and-ready air-lanes. The Army Aviation accepted them from 1965 to 1976, while some of them were retired in 1982 and 2009 due to obsoleteness. The “Α” version differs from “Β”, mainly with regards to the more powerful engine and certain improving flight features. The U-17 constitutes a reliable and low-cost asset for Logistics missions, urgent correspondence distribution and exercise of command.
FEATURES
Maximum Speed
305 km/h
Engine
Piston Engine Continental IO-470( "A" Model), IO-520D ( "B" Model)/520 HP ( "A" Model) HP ( "B" Model)
Maximum Flight Altitude
3.6 km
Crew
1 Operator
Passengers
5
Mileage
4:20 hours
DIMENSIONS
Length
7,65 m
Height
2,3 m
C-12
DESCRIPTION
The C-12 is the military version of the Beechcraft Super King Air. Manufactured by Raytheon Aircraft Company (RAC) (former Beech Aircraft Corporation), it is an aircraft with a pressurised cabin, low-wing, all-metal, 2 PT6A engines and Full IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) capability. The Hellenic Army Aviation accepted a C-12A aircraft in 1976, which was updated in 1998 in Germany to the “C” version. The aircraft’s characteristics are the engines’ longitudinal covers, the squared wingtips and the surfaces of the empennage, as well as a longitudinal airfoil under the back of the fuselage. The basic mission of the type “C” is the transport of the political and military leadership, while of the type “R/AP”, which can have a double configuration, is the execution of aerial photography. The 2 C-12R/AP aircraft landed in Greece on Oct 29 and Nov 04 2003, with the additional participation of Greek operators from the Army Aviation.