The first AW101 for the Italian Air Force,
designated the HH-101A “CAESAR”, made its maiden flight at AgustaWestland’s Yeovil
facility in the UK.
The
new helicopter, in an interesting black color scheme, made its first flight at
the presence of the Italian Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Pasquale Preziosa and
other representatives and dignitaries from military services and public
authorities.
The
HH-101A will be able to host a combination of up to five crew members plus
twenty fully equipped troops or six crew members plus 8 troops for special
operations ensuring maximum flexibility.
The
helicopters will also feature three M134 7.62 mm pintle mounted Gatling-type machine guns installed on right and left sides and on the rear ramp,
armoured cockpit seats, ballistic protection for machine gun operators as well
as for critical systems and an Integrated Electronic Warfare System providing
self-protection against radar, laser and infrared threats. The HH-101A
will also feature an air-to-air refuelling kit for extended range operations.
http://theaviationist.com/2014/03/21/hh-101-first-flight/
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