Start of mass production of dual-controlled Mi-28HE helicopters
The press service of the concern "Rostec" announces the start of mass production of Mi-28HE helicopters with dual control. Production is handled by Rostvertol, which creates helicopters so that they can be controlled by both a pilot and a pilot-operator performing the functions of an instructor. This simplifies the process of learning to control the Mi-28HE helicopters.
From the message of the general director of the company "Helicopters of Russia" Alexander Mikheev:
According to Alexander Mikheev, two contracts for the supply of Mi-28HE helicopters to foreign countries are already underway.
It should be recalled that the first prototype of the dual-control Mi-28HE helicopter appeared in the 2014 year. And last year, the rotary-wing machine passed state tests.
Mi-28HE - all-weather attack helicopter that can destroy enemy armored vehicles, hit low-speed targets flying at low altitudes. Its functions include the implementation of aerial reconnaissance, as well as the targeting of other military helicopters and aircraft.
One of the important advantages of the Mi-28HE helicopter with dual controls is its high maneuverability and firepower.
The armament of the updated “Night Hunter” with dual controls: a cannon mount with a 30 mm caliber cannon, as well as guided and unguided missiles.
The cab is armored and protects the crew from armor-piercing ammunition, including bullets and shells in caliber up to 20 mm. When creating the updated “Night Hunter”, special materials and new constructive solutions were applied, which allows to increase its resistance to combat damage.
From the message the press service of "Rostec":
The crew in the cockpit of the Mi-28HE with dual controls - tandem. Designers have reported an increase in ergonomics in the cab of a rotary-wing machine and an improvement in visibility.
From the message of the general director of the company "Helicopters of Russia" Alexander Mikheev:
The unique capabilities of the new combat helicopter offer excellent prospects for its implementation both in Russia and abroad.
According to Alexander Mikheev, two contracts for the supply of Mi-28HE helicopters to foreign countries are already underway.
It should be recalled that the first prototype of the dual-control Mi-28HE helicopter appeared in the 2014 year. And last year, the rotary-wing machine passed state tests.
Mi-28HE - all-weather attack helicopter that can destroy enemy armored vehicles, hit low-speed targets flying at low altitudes. Its functions include the implementation of aerial reconnaissance, as well as the targeting of other military helicopters and aircraft.
One of the important advantages of the Mi-28HE helicopter with dual controls is its high maneuverability and firepower.
The armament of the updated “Night Hunter” with dual controls: a cannon mount with a 30 mm caliber cannon, as well as guided and unguided missiles.
The cab is armored and protects the crew from armor-piercing ammunition, including bullets and shells in caliber up to 20 mm. When creating the updated “Night Hunter”, special materials and new constructive solutions were applied, which allows to increase its resistance to combat damage.
From the message the press service of "Rostec":
The blades of the main propeller Mi-28HE with dual controls are made of composite materials, which allows you to safely complete the flight when they hit projectiles caliber 20-30 mm. The design of the fuel system eliminates the explosion or ignition of fuel. Among other things, the helicopter has the lowest possible visibility for ground-based air defense. The upgraded Mi-28HE is equipped with an integrated avionics system. The use of this complex with the use of cartographic information allows the search, detection and recognition of ground and air targets, the determination of their coordinates and the issuance of target designation to ground and air command posts.
The crew in the cockpit of the Mi-28HE with dual controls - tandem. Designers have reported an increase in ergonomics in the cab of a rotary-wing machine and an improvement in visibility.
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