Westland EH101 (prototype PP1)
This aircraft was assembled by Westand Helicopters in the UK and was the first Pre-Production (PP) prototype of 9 to fly
Overview
Data on design, manufacture and statusDesign authority: EH Industries Ltd
Primary manufacturer: Westland Helicopters Ltd
Parent type: Westland AW101/EH101
Aircraft status: No longer flying
Configuration
Primary flight and mechanical characteristicsVTOL type: Helicopter
Lift devices: 1 Single main rotor
Dedicated control device: 1 Tail rotor
Crew required: 2 in Side-by-side arrangement
Landing gear: Wheels (all retractable)
Key Characteristics
Data on key physical featuresAircraft Details
Data on aircraft configuration, weights, flight performance and equipmentReferences
References and sources used
EH-101 Prototype Completes First Flight
AW&ST staff
Aviation Week & Space Technology, 19 Oct 1987 (page 31)
Periodical
Article detailing the first flight of the first Pre-Production prototype PP1
Aviation Week & Space Technology, 19 Oct 1987 (page 31)
Periodical
Article detailing the first flight of the first Pre-Production prototype PP1
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