NH90 Helicopter
Our Royal New Zealand Air Force has eight NH90 helicopters in its fleet, which are operated by No. 3 Squadron and have been in full service since 2015. They are a twin engine medium utility helicopter featuring a fly-by-wire flight control system, full ice protection system, and fibre-glass composite structure.
The NH90's central role is to provide tactical air mobility operations for our Defence Force. This includes support to special operations, casualty evacuation, and movement of troops and equipment. Additionally, the NH90 provides a range of support services to government agencies including search and rescue, police operations, disaster relief, and counter-terrorism response.
NH90 helicopter video
Specifications
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Aircraft |
NH90 |
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Manufacturer |
NATO Helicopter Industries (NHI) |
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Power plant |
2 x Rolls-Royce Turbomecca RTM 322 turbine engines (2,227 SHP each) |
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Length |
19.6m |
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Rotor diameter |
16.3m |
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Height |
5.9m |
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Max weight |
11,000kg |
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OPERAtional underslung load |
Over 2,000kg (minimum crew and fuel) |
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Fuel |
Main internal tanks - 2000kg (main internal tanks) Auxiliary tanks - two 500kg external fuel tanks and one 400kg internal tank |
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max cruise speed |
285 kph |
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normal Range |
680km (380nm) with internal fuel |
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normal Endurance |
4.0 hours on internal fuel |
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standard Crew |
Two pilots and two helicopter loadmasters |
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Armament |
Two pintle mounted 7.62mm MAG 58 Machine Guns |
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protection |
Ballistic floor protection and full Electronic Warfare Self Protection System |
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Seating |
Up to 18 passengers |