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PZL SW-4 Puszczyk
Modern (1992–2009)
The PZL SW-4 Puszczyk is a Polish light single-engine multipurpose helicopter manufactured by PZL-Świdnik. Following a protracted development, the SW-4 entered service in 2002. The primary operator of the type has been the Polish Armed Forces. The SW-4 was further developed by PZL-Świdnik and corporate parent AgustaWestland into an optionally piloted vehicle, the SW-4 Solo. From 2016 onwards, the type has been marketed to civil operators as the AW009, while the SW-4 designation is used for the military market.
Specifications
- Category
- Fixed Wing
- Domain
- Civil
- Era
- Modern (1992–2009)
- Engine
- 1× turboshaft engine
- Thrust / Power
- 336 kW
- Length (ft)
- 35
- Empty Weight (lb)
- 2315
- MTOW (lb)
- 3968
- Service Ceiling (ft)
- 17060
- Range (mi)
- 491
- Max Speed (mph)
- 162