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Sikorsky Raider X2 - the future of military aviation
The company Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., which is one of the world leaders in helicopter engineering, is currently the holder of the record, however, is informal, speed, advanced helicopter. The fastest helicopter is a helicopter Sikorsky X2, which in September this year, has a top speed of flight 250 knots (463, 5 km / h). Currently, continuing development of technology X2, Sikorsky company founded on the basis of this technology two experienced pilot sample of high-speed helicopter gunships attacking the plan, which will soon be undergoing flight tests in the US Army.
In March 2010, Sikorsky submitted an application to participate in the military program AAS (Armed Aerial Scout). To participate in the program at their own expense the company has developed design and design a completely new light tactical helicopter - Sikorsky S-97, based on the technology of X2 and so code-named Raider X2. As already created two prototypes, which, in the opinion of management of the company Sikorsky, allow the military to make sure all the advantages of the new machine.
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As the helicopter Sikorsky X2, Raider X2 has two rotor blades rotating in opposite directions, and the screw horizontal thrust, the helicopter is capable of accelerating to high speeds. Both prototypes helicopters, despite the resemblance, designed for various operations. One helicopter for reconnaissance and combat operations from the air. Its fuselage is cabin for two pilots, weapons systems and additional fuel tanks. The second helicopter is designed to transport and amphibious operations, in his cabin can accommodate a unit numbering six people.
In relation to other helicopters of similar purpose Raider X2 will be released a few important key indicators, high speed and altitude, maneuverability, endurance and vitality.
Sikorsky company hopes that the military, for the program AAS, will choose Raider X2. The analysis of all submitted to the project will continue in 2011, and at the end of the year will be announced by the commission's decision. And in four years, will take place the first flight of an experienced helicopter program AAS.
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In March 2010, Sikorsky submitted an application to participate in the military program AAS (Armed Aerial Scout). To participate in the program at their own expense the company has developed design and design a completely new light tactical helicopter - Sikorsky S-97, based on the technology of X2 and so code-named Raider X2. As already created two prototypes, which, in the opinion of management of the company Sikorsky, allow the military to make sure all the advantages of the new machine.
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As the helicopter Sikorsky X2, Raider X2 has two rotor blades rotating in opposite directions, and the screw horizontal thrust, the helicopter is capable of accelerating to high speeds. Both prototypes helicopters, despite the resemblance, designed for various operations. One helicopter for reconnaissance and combat operations from the air. Its fuselage is cabin for two pilots, weapons systems and additional fuel tanks. The second helicopter is designed to transport and amphibious operations, in his cabin can accommodate a unit numbering six people.
In relation to other helicopters of similar purpose Raider X2 will be released a few important key indicators, high speed and altitude, maneuverability, endurance and vitality.
Sikorsky company hopes that the military, for the program AAS, will choose Raider X2. The analysis of all submitted to the project will continue in 2011, and at the end of the year will be announced by the commission's decision. And in four years, will take place the first flight of an experienced helicopter program AAS.
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