Avicopter AC312A
The AC312A (variant of the AC312) is a 4 ton twin-turbine civil helicopter with a single main rotor and a fenestron; the main rotor 70 mm longer than the AC312. This version can carry a 1740 kg payload versus 1590 kg and has a Maximum Cruise Speed 7 km/h faster. With side by side seating arrangement, the cabin layout is [2 pilot + 12 pax]. In air medical service, the cabin layout may be [1-2 pilot + 4 stretchers + 1 med] or [1-2 pilot + 2 stretchers + 4 meds].
The AC312A is operated with either AVIC ENGINE WZ-8, or TURBOMECA Arriel 2C powerplants.
Avicopter's AC312A obtained CAAC Type Certificate and Production Certificate, and passed the evaluation conducted by Aircraft Evaluation Group (AEG).
Overview
Data on design, manufacture and statusDesign authority: AVICOPTER PLC
Primary manufacturer: AVICOPTER PLC
Parent type: Avicopter Z-9
Aircraft status: Status unknown
Configuration
Primary flight and mechanical characteristicsVTOL type: Helicopter
Lift devices: 1 Single main rotor
Dedicated control device: 1 Fenestron/Shrouded tail rotor
Crew required: 1-2 in Side-by-side arrangement
Landing gear: Wheels (non-retractable)
Key Characteristics
Data on key physical featuresAircraft Details
Data on aircraft configuration, weights, flight performance and equipmentReferences
References and sources used2016 (page 7)
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