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BK117 C-2 Helicopter

World’s Most Quiet Helicopter

The C-2 achieves a large margin (6.7 EPNdB: approx. 50% reduction) from the external noise regulation standard set by Japan’s Civil Aeronautics Act, making it one of the quietest helicopters in its class.

Product Description

The BK 117 is a twin-engine, multi-purpose, high-performance helicopter, jointly developed with Airbus Helicopters Deutschland (AHD) of Germany. It was certified in 1982 by JCAB as the first domestically manufactured helicopter in Japan. As the latest model, the C-2 features improved performance, owing to composite materials and a one-piece cabin frame, among others.

Special Features

• · The quietest helicopter in the world. 3.8EPNdB external noise reduction compared with C-1 model
• · Weight reduction through introduction of composite materials and one-piece cabin frame. 25% weight reduction per unit area compared with C-1 model
• · 3% improved fuel consumption compared with C-1 model
• · Reduced environmental impact through introduction of chrome-free primer and sealant

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