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Aérospatiale SA 341 / 342 Gazelle

Aérospatiale · Utility helicopter / Armed helicopter · France · Cold War (1970–1991)

Aérospatiale SA 341 / 342 Gazelle — Utility helicopter / Armed helicopter
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The Aérospatiale Gazelle is a five-seat helicopter developed and initially produced by the French aircraft company Sud Aviation, and later by Aérospatiale. It is the first helicopter to feature a fenestron tail instead of a conventional tail rotor, as well as being the first helicopter to be adapted for single-pilot operations under instrument flight rules.

Specifications

Category
Rotorcraft
Sub-Category
Utility/Transport
Domain
Dual-Use
Era
Cold War (1970–1991)
Country
France
Manufacturer
Aérospatiale
Co-Manufacturer
Westland
Operator
France / UK / Yugoslavia / Syria / many (60+ nations)
Primary Role
Utility helicopter / Armed helicopter
Status
In Service
Service Entry
1973
Produced
1775
Propulsion
Turboprop
Engine
Turboméca Astazou XIVH turboshaft
Thrust / Power
590 shp
Launch
Ground
Length (ft)
31.2
Wingspan (ft)
34.4
Empty Weight (lb)
2002
MTOW (lb)
4190
Payload (lb)
1430
Endurance (hr)
3
Service Ceiling (ft)
16400
Range (mi)
416
Max Speed (mph)
168
Armament
HOT or AS-12 ATGM; 20mm cannon; rockets (military)