Russian Helicopters, part of Russian defence holding Oboronprom and a leading global designer and manufacturer of helicopters, has made its ...
The new medium multirole Mi-171 can be deployed in various climates and temperature ranges – an important competitive advantage that was a deciding factor in the choice of an advanced Russian helicopter for use in Indonesia.
Mi-171 series helicopters can be used to carry passengers and cargo, for geological surveying and patrol missions, and for fire-fighting and transfers to offshore drilling platforms.
The helicopter is equipped with advanced flight and navigation systems and additional radio equipment to guarantee heightened levels of safety and improved operational characteristics.
The Asia-Pacific region is a major driver of growth for helicopters. Of the 1,200 registered Russian-built helicopters operating in the region, more than 700 are from the Mi-8/17 series and almost 20 of this type for the military use in Indonesia. Russian Helicopters is the market leader in the region, with its nearest competitors, Sikorsky and AgustaWestland, operating 500 and 400 helicopters, respectively.
The Mi-171 is an updated version of the renowned Mi-8. The helicopter was designed by Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, JSC, and is manufactured by Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, JSC.
The Mi-171 can carry up to 37 servicemen on trooper benches, up to 26 passengers on passenger seats, up to 4,000 kg of cargo in the cabin and as external load, and up to 12 wounded personnel.
