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News http://russianhelicopters.aero Sun, 20 May 2012 12:01:26 +0400 60 Helicopter Service Company signs partnership agreement with PANH Helicopters http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/3048.html

Moscow / 17 May 2012 – Helicopter Service Company, a subsidiary of Russian Helicopters, part of Russian state defense industry holding Oboronprom, today signed a partnership agreement with Russian helicopter operator PANH Helicopters. Under the agreement, the companies will expand collaboration on after-sales service and logistical support for Russian-made helicopters. "This is the first such partnership agreement that we have signed, but we plan to expand our network of partners in various regions of Russia and abroad," said Artur Shtankov, Managing Director of Helicopter Service Company. "We will therefore be able to offer our services across a wider range of geographies, providing after-sales service and logistical support to Russian-made helicopters." PANH, which has its own technical support service for Mi-2, Mi-8, Mi-26 and Ka-32 helicopters in southern Russia, as well as external maintenance line stations in Murmansk, Afghanistan and Kazakhstan, will share information with Helicopter Service Company on the condition and utilisation of its fleet of helicopters and those of its technical support clients. This will enable Helicopter Service Company to assess the needs of helicopter companies for spare parts and ensure they are available when needed. As a partner of Helicopter Service Company, PANH will have the right to priority supplies of spare parts at a fixed price, and so will be able to ensure uninterrupted operation not only of its own helicopters but also those of its clients. PANH will therefore become a part of the integrated logistical support system created by Helicopter Service Company and Russian Helicopters. This system also includes a 24-hour call centre for helicopter operators, a specialist website and spare parts warehouse. Helicopter Service Company plans to create a product portfolio and single pricing scheme for helicopter spare parts. <h4 align="justify"> </h4> <h4 align="center">* * *</h4> Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2011 its IFRS revenues increased 27.8% to RUB 103.9 billion. Deliveries reached 262 helicopters. PANH Helicopters operates a multi-role fleet of more than 30 helicopters, including three Mi-26, various versions of the Ka-32 and Mi-8, and also Mi-2s. The company, which is based in Krasnodar and Magadan, has its own aircraft maintenance base and external maintenance line stations for foreign operations Partners of Russian Helicopters: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components, as well as gearboxes). UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. It is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Helicopter Service Company to Open Centralized Call Center http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/3047.html

Moscow /17 May 2012 – Helicopter Service Company (HSC), a subsidiary of Russian Helicopters, part of Russian state defense industry holding Oboronprom, is moving ahead with the creation of an integrated system of aftersales servicing of Russian-made helicopters. On June 1, 2012, HSC will open a centralized call center for operators of Russian helicopters, providing a direct line of communication to quickly address issues concerning aftersales servicing and logistic support. The call center is an important component of the new client-focused system of aftersales support of HSC and Russian Helicopters. The centralized call center will allow helicopter operators to quickly contact their personal managers at HSC’s client services, place orders for the needed parts and track order execution, and also access all operational and technical documentation of interest. “HSC was tasked with consolidating aftersales servicing for the holding and transitioning to a centralized call center that works with clients 24 hours a day, providing them with world class support,” said Russian Helicopters CEO Dmitry Petrov. As a part of this integrated system, HSC has already created a parts warehouse in Moscow and developed a corresponding web portal. This portal allows clients not only to place orders but also to provide information about their helicopter fleets and operations, which in turn makes it possible for HSC to forecast the need for parts and scheduled their production at the various enterprises of the holding. In turn, this allows for more rapid client request response time in line with global best practices and also enhances price stability and transparency. “Our aim is to transition to life-cycle management of Russian-made helicopters, which includes operating cost management,” stated Athur Shtankov, HSC’s COO. “The next phase entails the formation of a product portfolio and price list for helicopter parts as well as the engagement of regional partners for the provision of maintenance services.” * * * Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2011 its IFRS revenues increased 27.8% to RUB 103.9 billion. Deliveries reached 262 helicopters. Partners of Russian Helicopters: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components, as well as gearboxes). UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. It is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters Holding becomes official partner of Caterham F1 Team http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/3042.html

One of global leaders of helicopter industry, JSC Russian Helicopters, is glad to announce partnership with Caterham F1 Team, participant of FIA Formula One World Championship. In terms of this cooperation Russian Helicopters logos will be placed on Caterham F1 cars, drivers’ overalls and inside Team garage during Grand Prix. Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of United Industrial Corporation Oboronprom. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter development and production with a number of special, innovative and widespread models, both civil and military. Russian Helicopters is dominating on Russian and CIS countries markets and leading at fast growing Indian and Chinese ones. Company rapidly increase its presence in the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific. Trying to lie in line with modern trends, Russian Helicopters uses new technological methods. That’s why the cooperation between high-tech business and high-tech sport, which by essence is Formula One, looks very logical. Company, which is one of world leaders in his industry, goes to global motorsport series and now, thanks to partnership with Caterham F1 Team, will represented at worldwide racing series in 19 countries every year all over the globe. Tony Fernandes, Team Principal of Caterham F1 Team, commented on the deal: “I am absolutely delighted to welcome Russian Helicopters into Caterham F1 Team. It is a sign of the increasingly strong relationships we are growing in Russia that we can attract partners of this calibre and we look forward to repaying their faith in us and Vitaly on and off track.” <img src="/ru/press/news/foto/formula.jpg" border="0" width="500" height="148" /> <img src="/ru/press/news/foto/Ka_52_1.jpg" border="0" width="500" height="213" /> Dmitry Petrov, General Director of JSC Russian Helicopters: «I’m sure, that at the moment serious Russian business have to support projects, which are important for the country and society. Russian Helicopters is a global high-tech company. Vitaly Petrov, Russian driver of Caterham F1 Team, is a part of high-tech sport with a huge popularity all over the world. Russian Helicopters are glad to announce the start of partnership program with his team. We provide our helicopters with active international marketing, and I’m sure that involvement in sport, that is popular in the whole world and is a quintessence of progressive technologies, will help us to strengthen an international image of Russian helicopters as well as contribute to the growth of investments into Russian economy». Russian Helicopters is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2011 its IFRS revenues increased 27.8% to RUB 103.9 billion. Deliveries reached 262 helicopters. Caterham F1 Team, based in the United Kingdom, began in September 2009 when shareholders Tony Fernandes, Kamarudin Meranun and SM Nasarudin were granted entry into the 2010 FIA Formula 1 World Championship. Just six months later, the team had two cars classified in the seasonopening Bahrain Grand Prix, a platform which served to propel the team, then on track under the guise of Lotus Racing, to the position of fastest new team in F1. 2011 saw the team race as Team Lotus, successfully achieving its goal of winning tenth place in the championship and closing the gap to the established midfield teams ahead. For 2012, Caterham F1 Team is the new, long-term identity the team is racing under and the home of Russian driver Vitaly Petrov, who joins Heikki Kovalainen as one of the two race drivers pushing to join some of the most famous names in global motorsport as they challenge for honours in Formula 1.

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters showcases new-look medium multi-role Ka-62 http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/3041.html

Moscow, 17 May 2012 - Russian Helicopters, part of Russian state defense industry holding Oboronprom, and a leading global designer and manufacturer of helicopters and producer of some of the world’s most iconic, innovative and widely operated models, today presented the new model of the medium multi-role Ka-62 at the 5th international helicopter exhibition HeliRussia 2012. <a href="/en/helicopters/1836/video.html" >The presentation took place on Russian Helicopters Day at the company's stand (1E, 1F) in Moscow’s Crocus Expo international exhibition centre (pavilion 1, room 4). </a> "We are delighted to present the new model of the medium multi-role Ka-62 to the Russian aviation market," said Dmitry Petrov, CEO of Russian Helicopters. "The new model combines all of the traditional qualities that generations of purchasers have come to expect from Russian-made helicopters, and is reliable and easy to operate. The designers have worked particularly hard to reduce the helicopter's environmental footprint and increase its operational cost-efficiency. I am sure that the new model's expanded functionality will find increased demand among traditional buyers and will also attract new purchasers." <img src="/ru/press/news/foto/Ka-62_HeliRussia.jpg" border="0" width="500" height="380" /> Built using new technologies and materials, the Ka-62 is a single-rotor design, with an enclosed tail rotor and an airframe and propeller blades consisting of over 50% polymeric composite materials. The version presented today can be fitted with two Turbomeca Ardiden 3G engines, providing 1,680 hp. The modular design and dual channel FADEC make the Ardiden 3G highly reliable and easy to use, with the benefit of exceptionally low fuel consumption. The helicopter will also include a glass cockpit developed by St Petersburg-based company Transas. Other features include a five-blade rotor, secondary hydraulics circuit, energy-efficient wheeled landing gear, strengthened fuselage and fuselage attachment points and shock-absorbing seats for the crew and passengers. The Ka-62 is designed for cargo transportation, medevac and search-and rescue operations, and can also be used in the oil and gas sector and for corporate purposes. Visitors to the Russian Helicopters stand at HeliRussia 2012, the fifth iteration of the event, running through May 19, can also see helicopters in serial production including the Mi-8/17 and Ka-32A11BC, as well as the upgrade programme for the super-heavyweight Mi-26T2. The stand also features the light Ansat and Ka-226T, which are scheduled to go into serial production. Also on show are the military Mi-28NE Night Hunter, Ka-52 Alligator and Mi-35M, as well as the upgraded Mi-8/17, which supplied to the Russian Ministry of Defence and by Rosoboronexport to the foreign buyers. The Ka-62 will be produced at the Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company in Russia's Far East. The first flight is scheduled for August 2013, with certification by the Interstate Aviation Committee and first deliveries set for 2015. Russian Helicopters also plans to have the Ka-62 certificated by the European Aviation Safety Agency. * * * Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2011 its IFRS revenues increased 27.8% to RUB 103.9 billion. Deliveries reached 262 helicopters. Partners of Russian Helicopters: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components, as well as gearboxes). UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. It is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Kazakhstan Engineering and Russian Helicopters Expand Cooperation http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/3022.html

Astana, Kazakhstan / 05 May 2012 – Today at the International Exhibition of Arms and Military Equipment Kadex-2012 Russian Helicopters, part of Russian state defense industry holding Oboronprom, and JSC Kazakhstan Engineering signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation between the parties to expand the service and repair of Russian helicopters in the Republic of Kazakhstan. The signing of the memorandum of understanding between the companies became an important step in the development of bilateral relations between Russia and Kazakhstan in the aviation sector. <img src="/ru/press/news/foto/Pshenichniy_1.jpg" border="0" width="254" height="322" /> “We believe it is important to build an effective, modern support system for owners of Russian helicopters in Kazakhstan that meets the requirements of state and commercial operators of Russian helicopters,” said Deputy CEO of Russian Helicopters Igor Pshenichny. “We expect that the development of cooperation with Kazakhstan Engineering will help us to strengthen the position of Russian rotorcraft in Kazakhstan and the Central Asian market as a whole.” Russian-made helicopters have traditionally been popular in the Kazakhstan market, where they are used by government agencies. Today, Russian-made rotorcraft are of great interest to commercial operators in Kazakhstan. “The signing of the memorandum of understanding with Russian Helicopters is an important stage in the development of our business,” said Advisor to the President of JSC Kazakhstan Engineering Vadim Shakshakbaev.” “Cooperation with a large Russian holding will help us in implementing the government policy of Kazakhstan to develop the country's industrial base in high technology industries.” * * * JSC “National Company “Kazakhstan Engineering”” was established on the basis of the Decision of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan № 244, dated 13/03/03 “On some issues the military-industrial complex of the Republic of Kazakhstan” by inclusion in the Company's defence industries and military factories of the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Kazakhstan. JSC “National Company “Kazakhstan Engineering””is part of Samruk-Kazyna and is managed by the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Kazakhstan. It is a holding structure, which provides a unified financial, industrial and technology policy to the largest military enterprises of the country. Subsidiaries of Kazakhstan Engineering specialize in products and services for customers from the oil and gas, rail, agriculture, and heat power sectors, as well as the manufacture and repair of weapons and military equipment. In total, the Company includes 24 enterprises located in different regions of the country. The Company's mission is to ensure that the strategic interests of the state in the development of the defence industry, manufacturing high-quality military-industrial products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other security agencies of the Republic of Kazakhstan and export. Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2011 its IFRS revenues increased 27.8% to RUB 103.9 billion. Deliveries reached 262 helicopters. Partners of Russian Helicopters: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components, as well as gearboxes). UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. It is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).

Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters Delivers Ka-32A11BC Rescue Helicopter to EMERCOM of Kazakhstan http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/3018.html

<div align="justify">Astana, Kazakhstan / 4 May 2012 – Russian Helicopters, a leading global designer and manufacturer of helicopters and part of the Russian state defense industry holding Oboronprom, has delivered to the Emergency Situations Ministry (EMERCOM) of the Republic of Kazakhstan two modified coaxial Ka-32A11BC rescue helicopters. The delivery of the Ka-32A11BC helicopters marks the quick and successful execution of a contract signed on 15 August 2011. <div align="center"><img src="/ru/press/news/foto/DSC_4354_1.jpg" border="0" width="500" height="332" /> </div> </div> The ceremonial delivery of the first Ka-32A11BC took place at the international exhibition of weapons systems and military equipment <a href="http://www.kadex.kz/node/25" >KADEX–2012</a> in the presence of representatives of EMERCOM Kazakhstan and Russian Helicopters. <a href="http://www.russianhelicopters.aero/en/helicopters/1835/video.html" >(Kazakhstan EMERCOM Ka-32A11BC Delivery Ceremony Video)</a> The Ka-32A11BC helicopters, manufactured specially for EMERCOM Kazakhstan, are equipped with medical modules and horizontal water cannons. The helicopters are intended for emergency medical situations, rescue operations and firefighting. Additionally, the helicopters can be used for emergency repairs and other urgent tasks arising as a result of technogenic and natural disasters. “The first delivery of the Ka-32A11BC rescue helicopters to EMERCOM Kazakhstan marks a new and important phase in cooperation between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Russian Federation in the delivery of special-use helicopters,” said Dmitry Petrov, CEO of Russian Helicopters. “The development of partnerships with Kazakhstan state agencies has long been one of the top priorities of our company in Central Asia, and we are prepared to increase helicopter deliveries. In addition to the Ka-32A11BC, Russian Helicopters is offering EMERCOM Kazakhstan the new light utility helicopter Ka-226T with a medical module which, considering the climatic characteristics of the region, ideally suits rescue and emergency medical operations of any degree of complexity.” One of the most striking examples of cooperation between Kazakhstan and Russia in emergency response was the recent joint efforts to put out wildfires using helicopters on the territory of the Russian Federation in 2010. Today the creation of special-use helicopters is a top priority for Russian Helicopters: such aircraft are in high demand among emergency and rescue services in various regions across the globe. One of the latest offerings of the holding in this niche is the new light coaxial Ka-226T helicopter equipped with a medical module. In November 2011, an experimental prototype of the Ka-226T performed excellently in a Russian EMERCOM research training held in Sochi as part of preparations for the 2014 Winter Olympics. Another top priority for Russian Helicopters in Central Asia on the whole and in Kazakhstan in particular is providing maintenance services for existing helicopter fleets and for new deliveries of Russian-made rotorcraft, as well as provision of modernization services for existing helicopters. Maintenance of Russian-made helicopters in Kazakhstan is carried out by Aircraft Repair Plant #405 (Almaty), which signed a corresponding agreement with Russian Helicopters in 2009. Russian Helicopters is open to cooperation with other companies with regard to organizing maintenance services in Kazakhstan. The holding’s maintenance provision policy is designed to create optimal conditions for operators of Russian-made helicopters throughout the entire lifecycle of the rotorcraft. Today Russian Helicopters is prepared to fulfill any orders to equip rescue agencies with modern helicopters, including the new Ka-32A11BC and Ka-226T, and provide timely maintenance support for these rotorcraft. The Ka-32A11BC and Ka-226T rescue helicopters can be viewed at the international exhibition of weapons systems and military equipment KADEX–2012 now underway in Astana, where Russian Helicopters is presenting the latest Russian-made helicopters. Russian Helicopters will display the latest Russian-produced helicopter technology at Kadex-2012. Visitors to stand 3D2 (UIC Oboronprom, Russian Helicopters parent company) in the "Rescue and Safety" zone can discover the Ka-32A11BC and Ka-226T, as well as the super-heavy-lift Mi-26T2. The Mi-171A2 and Mi-38 will be on show in the "Regional Aviation" zone. In the "Military Helicopters" zone, visitors can admire the Mi-28NE Night Hunter attack helicopter, the Ka-52 Alligator and the Mi-35M military transport helicopter. * * * The Ка-32А11ВС is a multi-role variant of the Ка-32А. The helicopter is unique in its capability of carrying loads on an external sling and as a “flying crane” for the erection of tall structures. The coaxial rotors of the Ka-32A11BC have a number of advantages in hover accuracy and maneuverability, allowing it to perform complex installation and construction tasks. The Ka-32A11BC can be employed in a wide variety of tasks, including horizontal firefighting using a water cannon., search and rescue and medevac missions. Today the Ka-32A11BC is certificated in major regions of the world, in North and South America, Europe, and Asia. For instance, in 2011 the helicopter received type certificates in Brazil and India, while European certification was achieved in 2009 (EASA type certificate EASA.IM.R.133). In 2008 the Ка-32А11ВС was certificated in China, Indonesia, and South Korea. In 2007 it received the Chilean certificate, and the Mexican one came as early as 2005. In 2006, the helicopter was awarded a supplement to the airworthiness certificate in Canada. which allowed it to carry corporate passengers (the Canadian certificate itself was issued back in 1998).The Ка-32А11ВС was designed by the Kamov design bureau, a part of the Russian Helicopters industry holding. Mass production is based at the aviation plant in Kumertau. Over 140 have been built, and about half of these is in operation in over 30 countries worldwide. The Ka-226T is the newest coaxial-rotor helicopter, equipped with two Arrius 2G turboshaft engines built by the French company Turbomeca, as well as the Russian VR-226N reduction-drive gearbox. The Ka-226T was developed by Kamov, JSC, and is now manufactured by Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise (a subsidiary of Russian Helicopters). Thanks to its advanced design and compact coaxial rotors, the helicopter could land on a limited area (about 20 square metres) near a motorway tunnel and evacuated a nominal injured transported on a stretcher. The helicopter has a MTOW of 3.6 tons with a useful load of 1.5 tons. The maximum speed is 250 km/h, and up to eight people, including one pilot, can be accommodated on board. The outstanding qualities of the Ka-226T rotor system, altitude, and maneuverability were proved during flight tests. One of the most important achievements of the Ka-226T, making it stand out from the competitors, is the practical ceiling of 7300 metres. The outstanding characteristics of the Ka-226T have also been a winning quality in mountainous regions and high-temperature climates, over sea and in highly congested cities, notwithstanding strong winds. Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2011 its IFRS revenues increased 27.8% to RUB 103.9 billion. Deliveries reached 262 helicopters. Russian Helicopters’ post-sale service and maintenance partner in Kazakhstan is Aircraft Repair Plant # 405, which is certified to carry out all major maintenance work on Mi-8/17 and Ka-32A helicopters. The company specializes in technical maintenance, modernization, servicing and overhaul of helicopters and rotorcraft components as well as ground and flight testing following repair and overhaul work. In cooperation with Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, a subsidiary of Russian Helicopters, Aircraft Repair Plant # 405 installs on all models and modifications of the Mi-8/17 the latest radio communication systems, TV and thermal sighting equipment and rebuilds and refits military helicopters for civilian use – passenger transport, firefighting, search and rescue, medevac, convertible, etc. Aircraft Repair Plant # 405 also provides a range of services for extending specified maintenance/overhaul periods and the service life of these helicopters and assemblies. Partners of Russian Helicopters: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components, as well as gearboxes). UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. It is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).

Fri, 04 May 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters demonstrates Ansat with new control system http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/3014.html

Kazan, 27 April 2012 - Russian Helicopters, part of United Industrial Corporation Oboronprom, a leading global designer and manufacturer of helicopters and producer of some of the world’s most iconic, innovative and widely operated models, announces that Kazan Helicopters has successfully completed the first demonstration flight of the multi-role civil Ansat helicopter with a hydro-mechanical flight control system. To date Kazan Helicopters has produced two prototypes of the new Ansat for aerial and ground-based testing. The testing programme has been on-going since 2011, and has produced positive results. Kazan Helicopters has filed an application with the Interstate Aviation Committee's Air Registry for additional type-certification to install the hydro-mechanical flight control system. This will make possible further work on gaining certification for passenger flights. Russian Helicopters is currently marketing the civilian version of the helicopter with the new flight-control system. There has been interest from potential Russian and international buyers. Sector experts say that the modernised Ansat has a number of competitive edges over other helicopters in its class. Russian Helicopters plans to sell the new Ansat in its traditional markets across the CIS, South-East Asia, Africa, Central and South America. The company previously developed a version of the Ansat unmatched in its class and featuring a fly-by-wire (FBW) flight control system. Yet this innovative development threw up an unexpected obstacle, as no FBW civilian helicopter had been certificated before and no standard requirements existed. "To avoid being dependent on certification of the FBW Ansat we decided to offer the global market a helicopter with a traditional hydro-mechanical flight control system," Kazan Helicopters General Director Vadim Ligay said. “We hope to obtain certification for this version of the helicopter in the second half of 2012.” The FBW Ansat will continue development for the military. Russia's Defence Ministry purchases the Ansat-U training helicopter for its flight training schools. The latest batch was delivered to the Air Force Training Centre in Syzran in 2011. Work is continuing in Kazan on building numerous versions of the Ansat helicopter, including modernisation of the basic model with significant upgrades to its aeronautical, economy and usage characteristics. * * * Kazan Helicopters produces the Mi-8/17 family of helicopters, which is used in 80 countries around the world. The plant produces numerous modifications of these helicopters, for transportation, passenger-carrying, search-and-rescue, amphibious transport and many other uses. The Mi-38 is being readied for production. Since 1997 Kazan Helicopters has been a certified helicopter developer. Today the light twin-engined Ansat is in mass-production. Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2011 its IFRS revenues increased 27.8% to RUB 103.9 billion. Deliveries reached 262 helicopters. Partners of Russian Helicopters: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components, as well as gearboxes). UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. It is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Russia's Golden Eagles helicopter pilots group celebrates 20th anniversary http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/3013.html

Torzhok, Tver region, 27 April 2012 - Today marks the 20th anniversary of the Golden Eagles, the pilots group that is the symbolic calling card of the Russian helicopter industry. Based at the Russian Army's Flight Training Centre in Torzhok, the Golden Eagles are one of the few helicopter pilots groups anywhere in the world to perform flight acrobatics in both the horizontal and vertical positions at low altitude. Russian Helicopters, a leading global designer and manufacturer of helicopters and producer of some of the world’s most iconic, innovative and widely operated models, congratulates the Golden Eagles on their 20th anniversary. It is the Golden Eagles’ stunts in the renowned Mi-24 attack helicopters that spectators see at the Zhukovsky air shows near Moscow; and these helicopters took part in ceremonial parades of military hardware on Red Square. <img src="/ru/press/news/foto/Berkuti_Mi-24.jpg" border="0" width="354" height="241" /> The pilots will mark this anniversary in new helicopters – the Mi-28N Night Hunter, which was adopted as the Russian Armed Forces main attack helicopter by presidential decree from 15 October 2009, and the all-weather day-night Ka-52 Alligator, which Russian Helicopters supplies under the state defence procurement programme. <table cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" border="0"> <tbody> <tr><td><img src="/ru/press/news/foto/Mi-28N.jpg" border="0" width="225" height="142" /></td><td><blockquote> </blockquote></td><td><img src="/ru/press/news/foto/Ка-52_sm.jpg" border="0" width="207" height="140" /></td></tr> </tbody> </table> To mark the occasion, Russian Helicopters' new light, multi-role Ansat-U were demonstrated in Torzhok, alongside the Mi-26, the heaviest-lift helicopter in the world, and the stalwart Mi-8 – the fleet of training, multi-role and military transport helicopters is constantly being upgraded. The foundation stone of a memorial to pilots who died in the line of duty was also laid. * * * Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2011 its IFRS revenues increased 27.8% to RUB 103.9 billion. Deliveries reached 262 helicopters. Partners of Russian Helicopters: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components, as well as gearboxes). UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. It is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters Announces 32% EBITDA Increase, Double-Digit Growth in all Key Performance Indicators in 2011 http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2938.html

Moscow, Russia / 9 April 2012 – Russian Helicopters, JSC (“the Company”), a leading global designer and manufacturer of helicopters, and producer of some of the world’s most iconic, innovative and widely operated models, announces its consolidated operating and audited financial results for the year ended 31 December 2011 under IFRS. <ul> <li>Helicopter deliveries increased by 22.4% and reached 262 units;</li> <li>Firm backlog doubled and totaled 859 helicopters as of December 31, 2011;</li> <li>Revenue grew by 27.8%<a name="_ftnref1" href="#_ftn1" >[1]</a> to RUB 103.9 billion;</li> <li>EBITDA<a name="_ftnref2" href="#_ftn2" >[2]</a> surged 31.7%<a name="_ftnref1" href="iblock_element_edit.php?&IBLOCK_SECTION_ID=0&from=iblock_list_admin&type=en&lang=ru&IBLOCK_ID=41&find_section_section=0#_ftn1" >[1]</a> to RUB 18.0 billion, representing a solid EBITDA margin of 17.3%;</li> <li>Profit was up 12.7%<a name="_ftnref1" href="iblock_element_edit.php?&IBLOCK_SECTION_ID=0&from=iblock_list_admin&type=en&lang=ru&IBLOCK_ID=41&find_section_section=0#_ftn1" >[1]</a> and totaled RUB 7.0 billion.</li> </ul> <table height="185" border="1" width="520" style="border-collapse: collapse;"> <tbody> <tr> <td> RUB, million </td> <td> 2011 </td> <td> 2010 Pro-forma<a name="_ftnref1" href="iblock_element_edit.php?&IBLOCK_SECTION_ID=0&from=iblock_list_admin&type=en&lang=ru&IBLOCK_ID=41&find_section_section=0#_ftn1" >[1]</a> </td> <td> Change, y-o-y (%) </td> </tr> <tr> <td> Revenue </td> <td> 103,938 </td> <td> 81,307 </td> <td> 27.8% </td> </tr> <tr> <td> EBITDA </td> <td> 17,957 </td> <td> 13,632 </td> <td> 31.7% </td> </tr> <tr> <td> EBITDA margin </td> <td> 17.3% </td> <td> 16.8% </td> <td> 0.5 pp </td> </tr> <tr> <td> Profit </td> <td> 6,985 </td> <td> 6,200 </td> <td> 12.7% </td> </tr> <tr> <td> Helicopter units </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> Deliveries </td> <td> 262 </td> <td> 214 </td> <td> 22.4% </td> </tr> <tr> <td> Firm backlog </td> <td> 859 </td> <td> 430 </td> <td> 99.8% </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Dmitry Petrov, CEO of Russian Helicopters, commented: “I am delighted to report such strong results for 2011 – a clear demonstration of our ability to achieve our targets and to deliver on our commitments to our stakeholders. “The Company maintains solid growth momentum and continues to develop. During the year, we consolidated our position as one of the leading players in the global helicopter industry. We increased deliveries by 22.4% to 262 helicopters to our customers from 19 countries, which allowed us to achieve a market share of 14% of the world’s helicopter market in money terms. Moreover, we succeeded in doubling Company’s firm backlog, which reached 859 helicopters with a value in excess of RUB 330 billion by year-end. “Our strategic goal is to continue strengthening the Company’s global market position by increasing our competitiveness and operational efficiency, and to continue building shareholder value. In 2012, we intend to build a strong platform for future growth through our intensive R&D programme. We will also continue to modernise our production facilities, to develop our aftermarket service network and to streamline management structures.” 2011 Full Year Financial Highlights The Company’s consolidated revenues in 2011 totaled RUB 103.9 billion, an increase of 27.8%<a name="_ftnref3" href="#_ftn3" >[3]</a> compared to RUB 81.3 billion in 2010, on the back of solid 22.4% growth in helicopter deliveries. Revenues from helicopter sales amounted to RUB 82.0 billion in 2011, while revenues from services and support reached RUB 15.0 billion. Cost of sales increased by 29.2%1 compared to 2010 and amounted to RUB 63.3 billion in 2011. Operating expenses increased by 23.3%1 year on year and totaled RUB 25.9 billion. EBITDA surged 31.7%1 year-on-year and reached RUB 18.0 billion in 2011. EBITDA for the helicopter sales segment amounted to RUB 14.3 billion, and EBITDA for our services and support segment amounted to RUB 3.5 billion. The Company’s Profit grew 12.7%1 year-on-year and totaled RUB 7.0 billion for the year. CAPEX increased by 90.3% compared to 2010 and amounted to RUB 13.7 billion in 2011. Investments in production facilities were RUB 9.1 billion, an increase of 65.5% compared to 2010. Our modernisation efforts to key production facilities in 2011 included the following: · Established magnesium casting competence centre, on the base of AAC Progress, JSC; · Completed 1-st stage of a mechanical processing competence centre, on the base of Kazan Helicopters, JSC; · Completed 1-st stage of production competence centre of helicopter aggregates, transmissions and test stands, on the base of Reductor-PM, JSC. <h3 style="text-align: justify;"> </h3> Russian Helicopters’ R&D expenditures increased by 2.7 times compared to 2010 and amounted to RUB 4.6 billion in 2011, which is in line with the Company’s active innovation strategy. Major R&D activities in 2011 focused on Ka-226/226T, Mi-38, Ка-62, Mi-171A2 and our Advanced High-Speed Helicopter project. 2011 Full Year Operating Highlights Helicopter deliveries in 2011 increased to 262 units, 48 units or 22.4% up compared to 2010. The Company delivered 9 types of helicopters to its clients from 19 countries in 2011. As part of our product life-cycle management strategy, the Company delivered spare parts and tools and provided aftermarket services to 175 clients from 25 countries during the year. Being focused on developing the business of aftermarket services primarily in the most promising markets, the Company began construction of a service centre in Qingdao, China. The Company’s backlog almost doubled from 430 to 859 units and its value exceeded RUB 330 billion in 2011. This was primarily due to new long-term contracts with the Russian Ministry of Defense for the delivery of more than 600 helicopters by 2020. Our delivery plan for 2012 is 100% secured with firm orders, while 2013 is already 94% secured. The Company also continued its expansion into new high-growth markets by entering Brazil and Argentina. * * * Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. It is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company). <div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> </div> <hr width="33%" size="1" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px;" /> <div id="ftn1" style="text-align: justify;"> <a name="_ftn1" href="#_ftnref1" >[1]</a> As compared to 2010 results presented on a pro-forma basis, as if the Company acquired OAO Rostvertol on 1 January 2010. </div> <div id="ftn2" style="text-align: justify;"> <a name="_ftn2" href="#_ftnref2" >[2]</a> The Company defines EBITDA as operating profit before depreciation and amortization, adjusted for gain /loss on disposal of property plant and equipment, impairment of property, plant and equipment with share in results of associates included. EBITDA is a non-IFRS financial measure; therefore the Company’s definition of EBITDA may differ from similar measures defined by other companies. </div> <div id="ftn3"> <a name="_ftn3" href="#_ftnref3" >[3]</a> As compared to 2010 results presented on a pro-forma basis, as if the Company acquired OAO Rostvertol on January 1, 2010. </div> </div>

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Helicópteros de Rusia entrega un Ka-32A11BC al operador brasileño Helipark Táxi Aéreo http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2915.html

Santiago, Chile/27 de marzo del 2012, – El holding Helicópteros de Rusia entrega un helicóptero coaxial multiuso <a href=". ./. ./en/helicopters/1835.html">Ка-32А11ВС</a> al operador brasileño – Helipark Táxi Aéreo. El Ka-32A11BC fue suministrado de acuerdo con el horario en el marco del cumplimiento del contrato firmado en diciembre del 2010. La adquisición del Ka-32A11BC es un proyecto piloto de Helipark Táxi Aéreo dirigido a la ampliación de la línea de modelos del parque de helicópteros de la compañía y el primer pedido para este modelo por parte de los operadores brasileños. <img src="/ru/press/news/foto/Ka-32A11BC_Brasil_min.jpg" border="0" width="500" height="332" /> Anteriormente, en noviembre del 2010 la compañía Atlas Táxi Aéreo adquirió dos helicópteros rusos de transporte Mi-171A1, que ya tienen el certificado de tipo brasileño. Los helicópteros se operan por la compañía petrolera brasileña Petrobras. Se planea usar el Ka-32A11BC para la transportación comercial de cargas industriales en la suspensión externa en las regiones de Amazonia de acceso dificultoso en Brasil. Se supone aplicar el helicóptero también para obras de construcción para el desarrollo de la infraestructura del país que se llevan a cabo en el marco de la preparación para el próximo Campeonato mundial de fútbol 2014 y Juegos Olímpicos 2016. "El proyecto conjunto del holding Helicópteros de Rusia y Helipark Táxi Aéreo es el debuto del Ka-32A11BC en Brasil. La fiabilidad y eficacia de este helicóptero único, su aceptación merecida en todo el mundo nos permiten esperar el aumento de los Ka-32А11ВС en el país con un parque de helicópteros más amplio de toda la América Latina", - dijo el director general del holding Helicópteros de Rusia Dmitry Petrov. Hoy en día el Ka-32A11BC está certificado en Sudamérica y Norteamérica, Europa y Asia. A partir del año 2011 el helicóptero está certificado en Brasil y India, a partir del año 2009 - en Europa (Certificado Tipo EASA.IM.R.133). En el año 2008 el helicóptero Ka-32A11BC obtuvo certificado en China, Indonesia y Corea del Sur, en 2007 - en Chile, en 2005 - en México. En el año 2006 en Canadá fue emitido el Suplemento al Certificado de Aeronavegabilidad para el helicóptero, que brindaba la posibilidad de efectuar transportación de pasajeros de servicio (el propio Certificado fue emitido aún en el año 1998 en Canadá). El Ka-32A11BC es el variante multiuso del helicóptero Ka-32. Este helicóptero es único tanto para transportación de carga en la suspensión exterior como en calidad de la grúa volador para el montaje de construcciones de gran altura. El sistema coaxial de los rotores principales del Ka-32A11BC tiene una serie de ventajas sustanciales en la precisión del vuelo estacionario y maniobrabilidad lo que le permite efectuar obras de montaje de alto grado de dificultad. Ka-32A11BC es capaz de llevar a cabo una gran variedad de trabajos incluso extinción de incendio en plano horizontal a gran altura por medio del cañón de agua. El helicóptero Ka-32A11BC se lo puede observar en la Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio <a target="_blank" href="http://www.fidae.cl/portal_fidae.aspx">FIDAE 2012</a> que se celebra estos días. En FIDAE 2012 el holding Helicópteros de Rusia presenta los helicópteros novísimos de producción rusa, creados especialmente para operación en condiciones del clima húmedo, caluroso y montañoso de los países de América Latina. En la exposición del holding, en el stand D41 los visitantes podrán conocer los helicópteros multipropósitos Ka-32A11BC y Mi-171A1, helicópteros livianos Ka-226T, Ansat y Mi-34C1 y el helicóptero pesado Mi-26T así como los proyectos perspectivos: helicópteros Ka-62, Mi-171A2, Mi-38 y Mi-26T2. * * * El helicóptero Ka-32A11BC es diseñado por el buró de diseño Kamov que forma parte del holding Helicópteros de Rusia. La producción en serie del Ka-32A11BC es organizada en la planta de Kumertau. En la actualidad están producidos más de 140 helicópteros, la mitad de los cuales se opera en másde 30 países del mundo. Helicópteros de Rusia, S.A. - es la compañía sucursal de CIU Oboronprom, S.A. parte de CE Rostechnologii (Tecnologías de Rusia) uno de los líderes en la industria de construcción de helicópteros, el diseñador y productor único de los helicópteros en Rusia. La oficina principal de Helicópteros de Rusia está situada en Moscú. El holding Helicópteros de Rusia incorpora 5 plantas de producción de helicópteros, dos buróes de diseño. empresas de producción y mantenimiento de accesorios y compañía de servicio que provee el acompañamiento postventa en Rusia y fuera de su territorio. Los helicópteros son adquiridos por ministerios y agencias de Rusia (Ministerio de defensa de Rusia, Ministerio del Interior, Ministerio de situaciones de emergencia), compañías aéreas (Gasprom avia, Utair) y grandes empresas rusas. Más de 8000 helicópteros de producción soviética/rusa son operados en 110 países del mundo. Tradicionalmente el Oriente Medio, África, la región de Cuenca del Pacífico, América Latina, Rusia y los países de CEI tienen la mayor demanda por los helicópteros rusos. El holding Helicópteros de Rusia fue fundado en el año 2007. Las ganancias del holding en 2010 según NICF asciendieron a 2,2 billones de dolares, el volumen de suministros alcanzó 214 helicópteros. Al cierre del año 2011 el negocio del holding Helicópteros de Rusia se estimaba en 3,9 billones de dolares. Socios de Helicópteros de Rusia S.A.: AirTaxi Service (producción y mantenimiento de los interiores de aeronaves); Tranzas (desarrollo de software, sistemas de navegación, simuladores de aviación); CSTS Dinamika (desarrollo, producción y mantenimiento postventa de simuladores aeronáuticos); BETA AIR (producción de equipamiento de comprobación y aviónica); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (reparación de motores y sus unidades así como reductores de helicópteros). CIU Oboronprom, S.A. - es el grupo multiperfil de construcción de maquinaria. Fue fundado en el año 2002. Parte de la Corporación Estatal Tecnologías de Rusia. Principales ámbitos de actividad: construcción de helicópteros (Helicópteros de Rusia S.A.A.) y construcción de motores (Corporación unificada de construcción de motores, compañía administradora)

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters delivers Ka-32A11BC to Helipark Taxi Aereo http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2914.html

Santiago, Chile / 27 March 2012 - Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of Russian defence industry state holding company Oboronprom, today delivered the multi-role coaxial <a href=". ./. ./en/helicopters/1835.html" >Ka-32A11BC</a> helicopter to Brazilian operator Helipark Taxi Aereo. The delivery was completed within the timeframe agreed in the contract that the parties signed in December 2010. The acquisition of the Ka-32A11BC – the first by a Brazilian helicopter operator – is a pilot project as Helipark Taxi Aereo seeks to diversify its fleet. <img src="/ru/press/news/foto/Ka-32A11BC_Brasil_min.jpg" border="0" width="500" height="332" /> In November 2010, Atlas Taxi Aereo acquired two Russian-made Mi-171A1 transport helicopters, which also have Brazilian type certification, for use in the services it provides to Brazilian oil company Petrobras. Helipark Taxi Aero plans to use the Ka-32A11BC for commercial transport of external freight loads to inaccessible regions of Brazil's Amazon basin. The helicopter is also expected to be involved in construction work to develop the country's infrastructure as part of preparations for the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Olympics. Russian Helicopters CEO Dmitry Petrov said: "The Ka-32A11BC will make its Brazilian debut in our joint project with Helipark Taxi Aereo. The reliability and efficiency of this unique aircraft and its deserved popularity around the world give us reason to be optimistic about the future growth for the Ka-32A11BC in Brazil, which has the largest helicopter fleet in South America." The Ka-32A11BC has been granted type certification in North and South America, Europe and Asia. Since 2011 it has been certificated in Brazil and India, and since 2009 in Europe (EASA.IM.R.133 certification). The Ka-32A11BC was granted type certification in China, Indonesia and South Korea in 2008, in Chile in 2007 and in Mexico in 2005. In 2006, the helicopter was granted additional airworthiness certification allowing it to carry passengers (certification was originally granted by Canada in 1998). The Ka-32A11BC is a multi-role version of the Ka-32. It is unique in its ability to carry loads on an external sling and as a "flying crane" in the construction of high-rise buildings. The Ka-32A11BC's coaxial rotors have a number of advantages in hover accuracy and maneuverability, allowing it to perform complex installation and construction tasks. The Ka-32A11BC can be employed in a wide variety of tasks, including horizontal firefighting using a water cannon. The Ka-32A11BC will be on show at the upcoming FIDAE 2012 international air show in Chile, where Russian Helicopters showed the latest Russian helicopter technology designed for use in the hot, wet and high-altitude climates of South and Central America. Visitors to the company's stand (D41) will have a chance to see the multirole Ka-32A11BC and Mi-171A1, the light Ka-226T, Ansat and Mi-34C1, the heavyweight Mi-26T2, and the company's upcoming projects, the Ka-62, Mi-171A2, Mi-38 and Mi-26T2. * * * The Ka-32A11BC was developed by Kamov, part of the Russian Helicopters group, and mass production of the model has begun at Kumertau. More than 140 units have been built, of which more than half are in use in more than 30 countries. Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersales service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2010 its IFRS revenues reached $2.2 billion, and deliveries reached 214 units. At the end of 2011 the Russian Helicopters business was estimated at $3.9 billion. Partners of Russian Helicopters: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components, as well as gearboxes). UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. It is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters Awarded Quality Management System Certification http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2901.html

Moscow, Russia / 21 March 2012 – Russian Helicopters was today awarded quality management system (QMS) certification at a ceremony at the company's headquarters in Moscow. The QMS has been introduced at the company's facilities over the past two years. In December 2011, the Institute for Testing and Certification of Armaments and Military Equipment (ATCAME) conducted an audit of the QMS to Russian defence standard GOST RV 15.002-2003, including GOST R ISO 9001 and international aerospace engineering standard AS/EN 9100С in the Military Register voluntary certification system. The certification was awarded by ATCAME general director Igor Zhivotkevich, who also made a number of recommendations for the effectiveness of the QMS. Russian Helicopters CEO Dmitry Petrov said that successful certification was extremely important to strengthening the company's reputation, and noted in particular the role of the QMS in the management of the helicopter-building group and improving product quality. He also updated those present on the company's plans to improve the QMS in future. Russian Helicopters has a QMS Improvement Plan for all of its companies. The group management believes that having a QMS meeting standards AS 9100/EN 9100С(GOST R EN 9100-2011) is of fundamental importance to the development and production of helicopters and helicopter components. Russian Helicopters has a QMS that enables it to meet its goals, including strategic targets and operational management to adopt corrective and preventive actions. * * * Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2010 its IFRS revenues reached $2.2 billion, and deliveries reached 214 units. At the end of 2011 the Russian Helicopters business was estimated at $3.9 billion. Partners of Russian Helicopters: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components, as well as gearboxes). UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. It is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters to Increase Its Stake in Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant to 100% Through Squeeze-out Procedure http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2899.html

Moscow, Russia / March 20, 2012 - Russian Helicopters, JSC (hereinafter the Company), one of the global leaders in helicopter production, announced today its intent to increase its stake in Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, JSC (hereinafter UUAP) to 100% through a squeeze-out procedure. By sending the squeeze-out demand notice to the remaining UUAP minority shareholders, the Company has exercised its right under the Russian law to purchase all remaining UUAP shares not already owned by Russian Helicopters, JSC. The price has been set at 81,2 RUB based on the opinions confirmed by the report of independent broker Euroexpert as required by the Russian legislation. The Company obtained the necessary approval to initiate the squeeze-out procedure from the Federal Financial Markets Service of Russia. "By increasing of our stakes in the subsidiaries to 100%, we are implementing an essential stage of a strategy, aimed at optimizing the Company’s management system. Successful completion of this phase will allow us to effectively implement unified standards for business processes, corporate governance, and management decision making and realization principles. Moreover, the consolidation of the remaining minority shares of the subsidiaries at a remunerative price contributes to our main strategic objective - to maximize shareholder value of the Company", - said Russian Helicopters’ CFO Sergei Yarkovoy. In according with the squeeze-out demand notice the remaining UUAP minority shareholders are recommended to send their claims with banking (or mailing) details to the addresses shown in the notice before March 4, 2012. Payments for the shares will be made within 25 days after the closing of the offer. Details of the squeeze out procedure are provided in individual mailings to UUAP shareholders and are also available here <a href="http://www.uuaz.ru/emitter.html">http://www.uuaz.ru/emitter.html</a>. UUAP minority shareholders should direct any additional questions concerning the squeeze-out process or payment of the squeeze-out proceeds to the Moscow Funds Center (UUAP registrator) depositary at +7 495 644-0106, +7 495 644-0302 (ext. 3813). * * * Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2010 its IFRS revenues reached $2.2 billion, and deliveries reached 214 units. At the end of 2011 the Russian Helicopters business was estimated at $3.9 billion. Partners of Russian Helicopters: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components, as well as gearboxes). UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Aviall, Helicopter Service Company Sign Agreement to Support Rolls-Royce M250 Powered Helicopters in Russia http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2830.html

Dallas, TX, February 13, 2012 -- Aviall Services, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, and Helicopter Service Company, JSC (HSC) of Moscow, Russia, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Russian Helicopters, JSC (Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom), have signed an agreement to support helicopters powered by Rolls-Royce M250 engines. According to the agreement, HSC will purchase material for Rolls-Royce M250 engines and other helicopter-related parts directly from Aviall. HSC operates the first and only M250 authorized support center in Russia. “Aviall is proud to expand its support for the Rolls-Royce M250 engine,” said Terry Scott, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing at Aviall. “This agreement enables HSC to purchase material directly from Aviall for this line of engines. Aviall is also pleased to assist HSC in its mission as to help customers maintain their helicopter fleets.” Helicopter Service Company was founded in 2006 to establish a modern system of integrated logistics support for Russian helicopter manufacturers and operators. HSC now supplies parts and technical materials for customers in approximately 25 countries, including the U.S. “By signing this agreement with Aviall, HSC will provide light-class Ka-226 customers with Rolls-Royce M250 materials support,” said Arthur Shtankov, Helicopter Service Company COO. “It is crucial for HSC to develop this relationship with Aviall, opening new possibilities for Russian helicopter fleet operators.” From its headquarters in Dallas and 40 global customer service centers, Aviall provides aftermarket supply chain management services for the aerospace and defense industries. Aviall markets and distributes products for more than 240 manufacturers and lists over two million catalog items. The Rolls-Royce M250 engine is the leading powerplant in its class worldwide. This fleet has accrued more than 210 million flight hours on more than 30,000 engines, including over 100 M250-powered helicopters currently in Russia - mostly biturbine coaxial light multipurpose Ka-226. The M250 market is supported by a global authorized repair and overhaul network. About Aviall Aviall, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Aviall is one of the world’s largest providers of new aviation parts and related aftermarket services for the aerospace and defense industries. Aviall markets and distributes products for more than 240 manufacturers and offers approximately 2,000,000 catalog items from 40 customer service centers in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Aviall also provides maintenance for aviation batteries and wheels and brakes, as well as hose assembly, kitting and paint-mixing services. The company offers a complete set of supply chain and logistics services, including order processing, stocking and fulfillment, automated inventory management and reverse logistics to OEMs and customers. Contact: Stephanie Miller Boeing Commercial Airplanes Phone: 206-544-1928 (W), 206-619-7280 (c) E-mail: Stephanie.a.miller3@boeing.com About HSC Helicopter Service Company, JSC, a subsidiary of Russian Helicopters, JSC, is creating a modern multi-level aftersales network for Russian-made helicopters, which includes the set up of MRO centres in Russia and foreign countries. The company is also engaged in the supply of aviation goods, materials, services, and vendor items to operators of Russian-made helicopters. The company has a diverse cooperation network, working with Russian companies and such countries as Algeria, Brazil, Greece, Egypt, Spain, India, Canada, South Korea, Lithuania, the United Arab Emirates, Peru, Portugal, Slovakia, the USA, Ukraine, Croatia, Chile, Ecuador, the Republic of South Africa and Japan. Helicopter service company offers Russian-made helicopter operators the entire range of aftersales service and support. For more information, please visit www.hsc-copter.com/en/. Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2010 its IFRS revenues reached $2.2 billion, and deliveries reached 214 units. At the end of 2011 the Russian Helicopters business was estimated at $3.9 billion. For more information, please visit www.russianhelicopters.aero. UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. It is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company). For more information, please visit www.oboronprom.ru.”

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters Display Mi-171A2 in the USA as Follow-Up to Bestselling Mi-8/17 http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2825.html

Dallas, TX, USA/12 February 2012 – Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of Russian industry giant Oboronprom, presented its Mi-171A2 model at HeliExpo 2012 in Dallas, TX. The helicopter was displayed at booth number 3422. This is a heavily modernised and revamped version of the Mi-8/17, the Russian bestseller that ranks among the most popular helicopters in the world. “Russian Helicopters have become a permanent exhibitor at HeliExpo, one of the best platforms in the world for demonstrating new models and sharing industry achievements,” Russian Helicopters CEO Dmitry Petrov said. “We have decided to showcase the new Mi-171A2 in the USA in addition to the Ka-32A11BC that is already known in North America. I am confident that the Mi-171A2 will help Russia retain its leadership<a name="_ftnref1" href="#_ftn1" >[1]</a> in the medium helicopter class, offering current and future customers all over the world unsurpassed performance, reliability, and safety that are the traditional advantages of rotorcraft of Russian make.” The Mi-171A2 will benefit from new engines with more output that will improve its flight range and load-carrying capacity. A new rotor system based on composite blades, an enhanced transmission, and an X-shaped tail rotor will be the main differences of the modernised machine that is set to become one of the key products of Russian Helicopters in the medium class. An integrated avionics suite and a glass cockpit will ensure a more informative environment for pilots. Flight data presented in a clear and concise fashion on large displays will improve flight safety and reduce pilot fatigue. Mi-171A2 customers will benefit from over 100 advancements that improve the performance of the helicopter, make operations more effective, and reduce the cost per flight hour, to the benefit of any helicopter business. Commercial and state operators of Mi-8/17 worldwide were invited to jointly work out requirements to a new model. Eventually the helicopter should replace the wide variety of Mi-8/17 models, becoming a single modern choice for global operations. Serial certified Mi-171A2 are slotted for first deliveries in 2014. The Mi-171A2 will be certified under AR IAC norms and similar norms in other regions and countries worldwide. The Mi-171A2 is under development by Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, a subsidiary of Russian Helicopters. The new model is based on the Mi-171A1 – one of the most advanced modifications in terms of safety in the Mi-8/17 family – produced by Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant and certified by AR IAC and the Brazilian aviation authorities. * * * Mi-171A2 is a prospective helicopter based on the Mi-171A1 produced by Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant (UUAP). The helicopter will benefit from new engines and transmission, a new rotor system, a modernised integrated avionics suite, better technical and operational characteristics, a new operations and maintenance system. The helicopter is intended for certification under AP-29 norms. Russian Helicopters are managing the project to develop and produce the Mi-171A2. Design and engineering is the responsibility of Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant. According to preliminary schedule mass production of the new model at Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant is scheduled for 2014. Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2010 its IFRS revenues reached $2.2 billion, and deliveries reached 214 units. At the end of 2011 the Russian Helicopters business was estimated at $3.9 billion. Partners of Russian Helicopters: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); R.E.T. Kronshtadt (aviation training systems, navigation and avionics); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components, as well as gearboxes). UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company). <div> <hr align="left" width="33%" size="1" /> <div id="ftn1"> <a name="_ftn1" href="#_ftnref1" >[1]</a> Over 12000 Mi-8/17 helicopters have been produced. </div> </div>

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Regarding Xinhua (PRC) publication on creation of joint Russian-Chinese venture to build Mi-2 helicopters http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2820.html

On Monday, 6 February 2012, Russian and international media published information regarding the creation of a joint Russian-Chinese venture to build Mi-2 helicopters. People’s Republic of China official mouthpiece Xinhua was cited as the source. In this respect, Russian Helicopters underlines that neither Rostvertol, a subsidiary of the company and the purported partner in this joint venture, nor Russian Helicopters, including any subsidiaries, are taking part in any joint projects in China to build or assemble light helicopters, or any similar projects connected with Mi-2 helicopters. The Mi-2 is not in production by Russian Helicopters and is not included in the modern lineup. There are no plans to jointly manufacture these machines in any foreign state. It is important to note that China and customers from China remain traditional partners of Russian Helicopters: the company has fulfilled and is continuing deliveries under many contracts, covering helicopters of various classes and mission profiles. In October 2011 Russian Helicopters and the Chief Administration for the social security of Ordos City (China, Inner Mongolia) signed a contract for the delivery of a civil all-weather coaxial Ka-32A11BC utility helicopter in its firefighting variant. The helicopter is equipped with the Simplex firefighting system, horizontal water cannon, and VSU-5 water-dumping system. Russian Helicopters won the tender for a firefighting helicopter in August 2011. The delivery to the Chief Administration for the social security of Ordos City is planned for September 2012. Earlier, in September 2011, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant (UUAP), completed delivery of 32 Mi-171E helicopters to the Peoples Republic of China. The contract for the delivery of Mi-171E civil transport helicopters was signed by Russian Helicopters in December 2009. 8 batches consisting of 4 units each were delivered to the customer during 2010-2011. In accordance with the agreement all helicopters were flown directly from the manufacturer's base at Ulan-Ude to Khailar, China. This solution allowed to cut transportation costs and check the helicopter performance in actual practice. Mi-8/17 helicopters have been very successful in China, performing a wide range of missions. They are indispensable for cargo transportation, geologic exploration, patrolling and firefighting, and offshore transportation. <div align="center">* * * </div> Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It is one of the global leaders in helicopter production and the only helicopter design and production powerhouse in Russia. Russian Helicopters is headquartered in Moscow. The company comprises five helicopter production facilities, two design bureaus, a spare parts production and repair facility, as well as an aftersale service branch responsible for maintenance and repair in Russia and all over the world. Its helicopters are popular among Russian ministries and state authorities (Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Emergency Control Ministry), operators (Gazpromavia, UTair), major Russian corporations. Over 8000 helicopters of Soviet/Russian make are operated in 110 countries worldwide. Traditionally the demand is highest in the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Russia, and CIS countries. Russian Helicopters was established in 2007. In 2010 its IFRS revenues reached $2.2 billion, and deliveries reached 214 units. At the end of 2011 the Russian Helicopters business was estimated at $3.9 billion. Partners of Russian Helicopters: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); R.E.T. Kronshtadt (aviation training systems, navigation and avionics); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components, as well as gearboxes). UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Helicopters Open Representative Office in Vietnam http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2373.html

Hanoi, Vietnam / 7 December 2011 – Russian Helicopters industrial holding company, a subsidiary of United Industrial Corporation Oboronprom, have opened a representative office in the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. One of the main goals of this opening is to gain access to broader markets, search for new partners and new cooperation modes in Southeast Asia and Australia. As one of the rapidly developing countries of the region and a long-time partner of Russia, Vietnam is an important aviation market for the holding company and a firm foothold for further development of business and the popularisation of Russian rotorcraft in Southeast Asia. The first and foremost tasks of the Vietnamese representative office are to support Russian Helicopters activities in the region and to promote helicopters and parts delivery, leasing, and maintenance services to the regional and international markets. “Southeast Asia and Vietnam in particular are traditional buyers of Russian rotorcraft. We are constantly in touch with partners in this region, and this is one of the key directions of the Russian Helicopters marketing strategy. By opening a representative office in Hanoi we will be able to establish an aftersale support system for rotorcraft of Russian make that will be very accessible and comfortable for operators in this region. I am confident that this step will lead us and our local partners to a new level of cooperation,” Russian Helicopters CEO, Dmitry Petrov, said. It is noteworthy that Russian Helicopters has been proceeding with its programme to create a global support network based on certified MRO centres and joint ventures across the world. The holding company supports rotorcraft throughout its entire lifecycle, from customer delivery to scrapping. New centres are being established and existing ones are undergoing certification in various regions around the world. Over 300 Mil and Kamov (“Mi” and “Ka” branded) helicopters are operated today in Southeast Asia and Australia. The fleet of the Republic of Vietnam numbers over 60 rotorcraft, constituting about 50% of the total civil helicopter fleet and up to 90% in the military segment. These include various modifications of civil helicopters, such as the Mi-8/17, Ka-32, and the military Mi-24 and Ka-28. The Russian Helicopters representative office in Vietnam is situated at: 8th floor, VIT Tower, 519 Kim Ma Street, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi. Phone: + 84 123 526 8947. * * * Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM and Helicopter Service Company. Partners of Russian Helicopters: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components and reductors). UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0400 Russian Ka-32A11BC Certificated in Brazil http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2337.html

Sao Paolo, Barsil/ 5 December 2011 – The Russian multi-role coaxial Ka-32A11BC helicopter was today granted a type certificate in Brazil. The certificate will allow the Ka-32A11BC operate on the Brazilian civil aviation market and perform firefighting, search and rescue, load-carrying missions, as well as handling special construction tasks in places inaccessible to traditional transport. It is worth mentioning that in December 2010 Russian Helicopters industrial holding company, a subsidiary of United Industrial Corporation Oboronprom, JSC, signed a contract for the delivery of the multi-role Ka-32A11BC helicopter to Brazilian rotorcraft operator Helipark Taxi Aereo. Delivery is slotted for 2012. This machine will be used for commercial transportation of industrial cargo on an external sling. The acquisition of the Ka-32A11BC was the first move by Helipark Taxi Aereo to diversify is rotorcraft fleet and the first order for this particular model from Brazilian rotorcraft operators. The company may consider making more orders for this Russian model in the future. In this case, Russian Helicopters and Helipark Taxi Aereo may review the possibility of creating a joint Russian-Brazilian support and training centre to take care of Ka-32A11BC helicopters operated in the region. Earlier on, in November 2010, local company Atlas Taxi Aereo purchased two Mi-171A1 transport helicopters of Russian make, also having a Brazilian type certificate. Certification of the Ka-32A11BC in Brazil was in accordance with the outlined manufacturing and delivery plan of the helicopter and became an important milestone in performing this contract. Today the Ka-32A11BC is certificated in major regions of the world, in North and South America, Europe, and Asia. For instance, in 2011 the helicopter received type certificates in Brazil and India, while European certification was achieved in 2009 (EASA type certificate EASA.IM.R.133). In 2008 the Ка-32А11ВС was certificated in China, Indonesia, and South Korea. In 2007 it received the Chilean certificate, and the Mexican one came as early as 2005. In 2006, the helicopter was awarded a supplement to the airworthiness certificate in Canada. which allowed it to carry corporate passengers (the Canadian certificate itself was issued back in 1998). Ka-32 helicopters of various modifications are successfully operated in Spain, Portugal, Columbia, Switzerland, Canada, South Korea, Taiwan, Japan, China, and other countries. They are also operated by foreign companies under lease agreements in Brazil and Chile. The Ка-32А11ВС is a multi-role variant of the Ка-32А. The helicopter is unique in its capability of carrying loads on an external sling and as a “flying crane” for the erection of tall structures. The coaxial rotors of the Ka-32A11BC have a number of advantages in hover accuracy and manoeuvrability, allowing it to perform complex installation and construction tasks. The Ka-32A11BC can be employed in a wide variety of tasks, including horizontal firefighting using a water cannon. <img src="/ru/press/news/Ka-32A11BC_Brasil_cert.jpg" border="0" width="361" height="240" /> The Ка-32А11ВС was designed by the Kamov design bureau, a part of the Russian Helicopters industry holding. Mass production is based at the aviation plant in Kumertau. Over 140 have been built, and about half of these is in operation in over 30 countries worldwide. * * * Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM and Helicopter Service Company. Partners of Russian Helicopters: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components and reductors). UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0400 New Russian Rotorcraft Created to Ensure Security at Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/2058.html

Sochi, Russia / 29 November 2011 – New medevac, rescue, and firefighting rotorcraft of Russian make, built by enterprises of the Russian Helicopters holding company, a subsidiary of United Industrial Corporation Oboronprom, may take part in ensuring and enforcing security at the Winter Olympics in Russian seaside resort Sochi in 2014. Such a conclusion was made after the Russian EMERCOM completed research training in November 2011 in Sochi, in the vicinity of Mamay tunnel and River Mzymta, while preparing for the 2014 Winter Olympics. The rescuers worked on the prevention and possible ways of overcoming the aftermath of hypothetical natural and man-made emergencies during mass events at various Olympics facilities. An experimental prototype of the new light multi-role Ka-226T took part in the training. It was developed by Kamov design bureau, a subsidiary of Russian Helicopters. The prototype was employed in flyover monitoring in training areas near River Mzymta and Mamay tunnel for the first time. Thanks to its advanced design and compact coaxial rotors, the helicopter could land on a limited area (about 20 square metres) near a motorway tunnel and evacuated a nominal injured transported on a stretcher. Evacuation was after full touch-down, with engines running. The absence of a tail rotor on the Ka-226T makes this model extremely apt and safe for evacuation, especially of people on stretchers who cannot get on the helicopter themselves. The evacuation of the nominal injured went extremely well. The helicopter demonstrated its brilliant capabilities in training and sparked an interest among Russian EMERCOM specialists. Other rotorcraft of Russian make took part in training apart from the Ka-226T. The new EMERCOM search and rescue helicopter Ka-32A11BC carried out an evacuation of nominal injured in hover mode – under the training legend they had been trapped by a sill flow in the vicinity of River Mzymta. <img src="/ru/press/news/_IMG_4268.jpg" border="0" width="244" height="366" /> As of today, helicopters of Russian make, namely the Mi-8/17 and the Ka-32A11BC perform firefighting, medevac, and rescue operations for the Russian EMERCOM, and also take part in erecting key infrastructure for sports facilities in Sochi, as well as performing construction and installation jobs. Medium and heavy models of Russian rotorcraft are used to build major facilities, erect high-voltage power lines, install complex structures atop tall buildings and in mountainous areas. The Ka-226T is the newest coaxial-rotor helicopter, equipped with two Arrius 2G turboshaft engines built by the French company Turbomeca, as well as the Russian VR-226N reduction-drive gearbox. As of today, this is the first time an Arrius 2G engine was installed on a coaxial helicopter. The solution ensures unprecedented flight safety of the machine: even with one engine it has the necessary maneuver output (750 hp). Modern power trains alongside the special crash-proof fuel system and shock-absorbing chairs make this helicopter one of the most eco-friendly and safe choices in its class. <img src="/ru/press/news/_IMG_3325.jpg" border="0" width="300" height="200" /> The outstanding qualities of the Ka-226T rotor system, altitude, and maneuverability were proved during flight tests. One of the most important achievements of the Ka-226T, making it stand out from the competitors, is the practical ceiling of 7300 metres. The outstanding characteristics of the Ka-226T have also been a winning quality in mountainous regions and high-temperature climates, over sea and in highly congested cities, notwithstanding strong winds. <img src="/ru/press/news/_IMG_3417.jpg" border="0" width="300" height="201" /> The rotorcraft does not demand hangar storage and is capable of working day and night in adverse weather, under varying winds and in temperatures from -50° to +50°С and 0—100% humidity. Landing gear design is allows landing on unprepared runways and operations from hard top helipads, including oil and gas rigs, as well as loose soil with densities down to 4 kgs/km². The Ka-226T was developed by Kamov, JSC, and is now manufactured by Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise (a subsidiary of Russian Helicopters). The helicopter has a MTOW of 4 tons with a useful load of 1.45 tons. The maximum speed is 230 km/h, and up to nine people, including two pilots, can be accommodated on board. <div align="left"> </div> Varying cabin modules of the Ka-226T make one helicopter useful for various missions, including cargo and passenger transportation, patrol, construction, loading-unloading, as well as medevac and firefighting, search and rescue and evacuation operations. * * * Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, which in turn is a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM and Helicopter Service Company. Partners of Russian Helicopters: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components and reductors). UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company).

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0400 China Starts Buying Firefighting Ka-32A11BC Rotorcraft http://russianhelicopters.aero/en/press/news/1866.html

Ordos, PRC/24 October 2011 – Russian Helicopters holding company, a part of United Industrial Corporation Oboronprom, and the Chief Administration for the social security of Ordos City (China, Inner Mongolia) have signed a contract for the delivery of a civil all-weather multi-role coaxial Ka-32A11BC helicopter in its firefighting variant. The helicopter is equipped with the Simplex firefighting system, horizontal water cannon, and VSU-5 water-dumping system. Russian Helicopters won the tender for a firefighting helicopter in August 2011. The delivery to the Chief Administration for the social security of Ordos City is planned for September 2012. <a target="_blank" href="http://rus-helicopters.ru/en/gallery/photo/index.php?PAGE_NAME=detail_slide_show&SECTION_ID=311&ELEMENT_ID=1965" ><img src="/ru/press/news/ka_32a11bc_hover_preview.jpg" border="0" width="450" height="297" /></a> A combination of outstanding operational characteristics inherent in the design of the Ka-32A11BC makes it a solid performer in firefighting, this fact being confirmed by efficient operations experience in Russian EMERCOM divisions, as well as rescue services in Spain, Portugal, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Greece, and South Korea. The Ka-32A11BC is easy to control and very precise in its movements due to its coaxial rotors. No tail rotor and a tail boom shortened to rotor diameter helps to manoeuvre near obstacles and achieve extreme hover accuracy even when working in the zone of fire and in unstable atmosphere. High power capacity allows for the transportation of up to 5 tons of water. The helicopter can work for prolonged periods in high smoke and dust congestion. The Ka-32A11BC can fight fires on oil-loading tankers and containers, facilities of fuel, chemical, and oil refinery enterprises, in oil and gas rigging areas, and top floors and roofs of high-rise buildings. The helicopter can also be used to create shelter belts in forest fires. A wide range of additional specialised equipment is available for the firefighting Ka-32A11BC: a horizontal water cannon, hang-on water tanks (Bambi Bucket, Simplex firefighting systems), water-dumping systems such as VSU-5. The Russian Ka-32A11BC is certified in China; it has received airworthiness certificates in the world’s largest regions – in America, Asia, and Europe. Today Ka-32 helicopters of various modifications are successfully operated in Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, Canada, South Korea, Taiwan, Japan, China, and other countries. In South Korea the fleet of Ka-32s exceeds 60 – these helicopters are top scorers in firefighting with the Forestry Service, and in the Coast Guard. <div align="left"> </div> One Ka-32A11BC is currently operated in China. It performs various missions for the Chinese Arctic and Antarctic Administration. * * * Ka-32A11BC – a multi-role coaxial helicopter designed by Kamov design bureau, a part of Russian Helicopters. The Ka-32A11BC is intended for the transportation of passengers and cargo in the transport cabin, as well as large loads externally, and also construction and setup operations, logging, search and rescue, emergency and medical evacuation, patrolling and integrity, special service support, pilot training, and other missions. The helicopter is successfully operated in dense city environments, inaccessible mountain and forest areas. It can land on low-displacement ship decks, offshore rigs, and unprepared difficult spots. It can be operated by a single pilot, while the remaining cockpit space may be used for additional functional equipment. Mass production of the Ka-32A11BC is based at Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise. Over 140 have been built, they are operated in over 30 countries worldwide. Russian Helicopters, JSC is the subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom, a part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. It controls the following helicopter industry enterprises: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, Kamov, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, Kazan Helicopters, Rostvertol, Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company named after N.I. Sazykin, Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise, Stupino Machine Production Plant, Reductor-PM and Helicopter Service Company. Partners of Russian Helicopters: AirTaxi Service (interior completions and maintenance); Tranzas (software, navigation systems, aviation simulators); CSTS Dinamika (technical training means for aviation flight and engineering personnel); BETA AIR (testing equipment and aviation electronics); Ural Works of Civil Aviation (repair of helicopter engines and components and reductors). <div align="left"> UIC Oboronprom, JSC is a multi-profile industrial and investment group established in 2002. A part of Russian Technologies State Corporation. Its main tasks include: helicopter engineering (Russian Helicopters, JSC) and engine-building (United Engine Industry Corporation managing company). </div>

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