Kopter SH09 SKYe
First flight 02 October 2014. The fuselage is composed completely of Carbon-Fiber.
Overview
Data on design, manufacture and status
Latest or last design authority:
Kopter Group AG
Originally designed by Marenco Swisshelicopter Ltd
Latest or last primary manufacturer:
Kopter Group AG
Originally manufactured by Marenco Swisshelicopter Ltd
Parent type: No type defined
Aircraft status: Status unknown
Configuration
Primary flight and mechanical characteristicsVTOL type: Helicopter
Lift configuration: Single main rotor
Dedicated control device: Fenestron/Shrouded tail rotor
Crew required: 1-2
Crew seating: Side-by-side
Landing gear: Skids
Layout and Dimensions
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Weights and Performance
Data on aircraft weight and flight characteristics| Weights | ||
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| Max Gross Weight (ground): | 2,650 kg | 5,842 lb |
| Max Gross Weight (airborne): | 2,800 kg | 6,173 lb |
| Max Take-off Weight: | 2,650 kg | 5,842 lb |
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| Limitations | ||
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| Max Level Flight Speed: | 260 km/h | 140 kts |
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| Range and Endurance | ||
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| Max Endurance: | 5 hrs | 5 hrs |
Engine Details
Aircraft powerplant (lift and/or propulsion)Provided powerplant data is for uninstalled, sea level, static operations.
| Powerplant | ||
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| Number of engines: | 1 | |
| Designation: | Honeywell HTS900-2 turbine | |
| Manufacturer: | Honeywell Aerospace | |
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Primary Lift Device
Data on primary lift devices such as main rotors| Main Rotor Characteristics | ||
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| Direction of Rotation: | Unknown | |
| Hub Type: | Bearingless main rotor system | |
| Main Rotor Blade Characteristics | ||
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| Blade Construction: | Composite | |
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| Number of Blades: | 5 | |
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Primary Control Device
Data on primary control devices such as tail rotors| Tail Rotor Characteristics | ||
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| Diameter: | ||
| Configuration: | Unblocked | |
| Direction of Rotation: | Unknown | |
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| Tail Rotor Blade Characteristics | ||
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| Number of Blades: | 10 | |
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