The multi-role AW139M – the military version of the AW139 – meets the demands of military and government missions to perform day and night, in the most challenging environments. It combines advanced technology and high power margins with inherent safety and survivability, alongside the flexibility to add dedicated role equipment, including optional internal and external weapon systems.
Missions & Features
Mission capability
The AW139M is optimised for a wide spectrum of missions including battlefield support, tactical troop transport, logistics support, threat suppression, fire support, Command and Control (C2), medical evacuation, Search and Rescue (SAR), Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR), maritime patrol and homeland security.
Outstanding technology
The Night Vision Goggle (NVG) compatible glass cockpit has four large liquid crystal displays with an optional fifth display for a moving map and cameras. The state-of-the-art integrated digital avionics system is integrated with a four-axis digital autopilot and features advanced SAR modes. Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) optimises helicopter performance in all conditions.
Built-in safety and survivability
The AW139M is built to offer exceptional safety and survivability. It features a low visual, thermal and acoustic signature, system redundancy, self-sealing fuel tanks, ballistic protection, heavy duty landing gear and crashworthiness. The advanced defensive aids suite enhances both the AW139M’s safety and mission success.
Maximum cabin flexibility
The helicopter features the largest, unobstructed cabin in its class, which can be easily reconfigured. It provides space to carry heavily laden troops, while two large sliding doors ensure rapid troop deployment in operational theatres and the recovery of stretchers in flight. Window-mounted machine guns provide covering threat suppression and cockpit armour protects the aircrew.
Technical Data
Max Gross Weight
6,400 kg 14,110 lb
Increased Gross Weight
6,800/7,000 kg
14,991/15,430 lb
Powerplant
2 x Pratt & Whitney PT6C-67C
Overall length*
16.66 m 54 ft 08 in
*Rotors turning
Overall height*
4.98 m 16 ft 04 in
*Rotors turning
Rotor diameter
13.8 m 45 ft 03 in
Capacity
Crew 1-2
Up to 15 (in light order)
Max Cruise Speed (ISA, MGW, SL)
306 km/h 165 kt
HIGE (ISA, MGW)
4,628 m 15,360 ft
HOGE (ISA, MGW)
2,478 m 8,130 ft
Max Range (ISA, MGW, SL)*
1,061 km 573 Nm
*with auxiliary fuel - No reserve
Max Endurance (ISA, MGW, SL)*
5 h 13 min
*with auxiliary fuel - No reserve
