Bell 212 - HP AH Mk 1

The Bell 212 HP AH Mk1 derives from the Bell 205, the Huey UH-1. The Bell 212 HP AH Mk1 was born by adding another engine to the single engine Huey, but retains the original teetering rotor system. Army Aviation operates a handful of Bell 212 Helicopters, whose unique abilities include flying in hot and often humid conditions whilst also being able to carry considerable loads. A winch on the side of the aircraft also enables medical evacuation in otherwise difficult terrain. Consequently the Bell 212 is currently employed in the predominantly jungle areas of Brunei and Belize.

In Service Date: 1994

Maximum All Up Mass: 11,200 lbs

Engines: 2 x Pratt and Whitney PT6T - 3B TwinPac, 1800 shp

Crew: 2 + 13 Passengers

Dimensions: Length 57 ft, Main Rotor Diameter 48 ft, Height 14 ft

Maximum Speed: 130 Knots (Vne)

Cruising Speed: 100 Knots

Range: 250 Nm