PZL-Świdnik, an AgustaWestland company, delivered the last two of eight Sokol helicopters to the Philippine Air Force. The Sokols were ...
PZL-Świdnik, an AgustaWestland company, delivered the last two of eight Sokol helicopters to the Philippine Air Force.
The Sokols were transported from Lublin Airport to Clark Air Base near Manila on board an An-124 Ruslan large cargo airplane.
The two Sokol helicopters follow the six aircraft delivered to the customer last year. The contract signed in 2010,was for eight Sokol helicopters.
The Philippine Air Force’s Sokols are equipped with the latest navigation and avionics systems including 4-axis autopilot, EFIS system and Night Vision Goggle compatible cockpit, allowing to operate day and night in all weather conditions.
This 6-tonne class helicopter can transport up to 11 troops in the cabin or can lift up to 2,100 kg (4,630 lb) using its external cargo hook.
Powered by two engines, each with the take-off power of662 kW (888 shp), the Sokols reach the maximum speed of 260 km/h (140 knots), can fly 734 km (402 nm) or stay airborne for over 4 hours using its standard fuel tanks.
With over 60 years of experience and having produced over 7400 helicopters, PZL-Świdnikis the only Polish OEM with the capabilities to undertake helicopter design, research & development, system integration, manufacturing, support, training and upgrades. PZL-Świdnik has been an AgustaWestland company since 2010.
