The latest Arctic multipurpose helicopter Mi-8AMTSh-VA will be presented at an open area in Kubinka during the forum “Army 2018”, According to the Department of Information and Mass Communications of the Russian Federation Ministry of Defense. Access to the helicopter will be open to all visitors.
This modification of the helicopter specially designed to operate in conditions of low temperatures and is designed to provide air support to the Arctic Group of Forces. helicopter armament, placed on the beam holders on each side of the fuselage, may include anti-complex "Storm-B" with a controlled supersonic missiles, to four blocks unguided missiles, Managed gun pods, and two 7.62-mm machine gun – the bow and stern units.
Mi-8AMTSh-VA is equipped with turbine engines VK-2500-03 with automatic control and power augmentation system. To ensure a fast engine start at low temperatures helicopter equipped with a more powerful auxiliary power unit TA-14. It also has a reinforced transmission and updated avionics. Mi-VA-8AMTSh adapted for fly long distances – for this helicopter is possible to install up to 4 additional fuel tanks, increase flight range without refueling more 1400 km. To ensure operation in the polar night and the dark time of the day Mi-8AMTSh ISLANDS adapted to the use of night vision goggles. To improve the life support personnel and crew members in long-term deployment of autonomous helicopter has special equipment, including heating food and water.
The helicopter is mounted surveillance system for air situation, allows to control even in conditions of minimum visibility. Finder search set, works on all emergency frequencies and suitable for people in distress and Technology.
Production of helicopters for the Arctic is Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant.
