• Mission

Main description

The All-Weather,
Multi-Role Force Multiplier
The AS565 MB is the naval version of the Panther family of helicopters. This all-weather, multi-role light helicopter can be operated from ship decks or offshore to cover a vast array of naval missions  such as maritime surveillance, search  and rescue (SAR), casualty evacuation,  vertical replenishment, offshore patrolling and counter-terrorism. The  AS565 MB is the ideal complementary  asset for anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and anti-surface warfare (ASuW) tasks, such as submarine and surface target  destruction: It can launch its own torpedoes and provide Over-the-Horizon Targeting (OTHT) to surface ships.

• Technology

  

  Increased Mission Performance and Reduced Crew Workload

  AS565 MB helicopters feature Eurocopter-designed technical advancements such as a modular mechanical assembly design and composite Starflex rotor heads, blades and airframe, all of which have led to a significant reduction in maintenance time and costs.

  The AS565 MB incorporates the new generation, 100% composite Fenestron® tail rotor which provides high maneuverability, low external noise and optimal safety for passengers, ground and air crews. It is also equipped with a unique Flight Control System and Flight Management System from Eurocopter’s heavy range of helicopters. These systems, developed specifically for helicopters, provide enhanced safety by tailoring failsafe modes to helicopter, not fixed wing aircraft, characteristics.

• State-of-the-Art Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS)

  • 4-axis AFCS for automatic transition to
    and from the hover in all conditions
    

    4 axis APM 2010 AFCS control box

  • Automatic acquisition and hold of: ALT, HDG, V/S, A/S, NAV, VOR & ILS glide approach, etc.
    
  • Safety modes: Go-Around (G/A) & FLY-UP
    
  • Joystick control function allows winch operators
    to control the hover with precision over survivors

• Modern Cockpit Avionics

  
   CMA 9000 self contained
  autonomous navigation system

  • Two-pilot cockpit
  • 2 x 2 color multifunction displays (MFD-255)
  • 10.4-inch color tactical display (radar, navigation & FLIR)
    
  • NVG compatible
    
  • Can accommodate mission-specific equipment:
    - OTHT joystick,
    - radar warning receiver (RWR) system,
    - torpedo control box, etc.

• 
  Digital audio communication
  system (DACS)

  The FADEC system

  • Electronic engine control enhances safety
    and reduces pilot's workload

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  Retractable Main landind gear

  • No operational speed limitation

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  A Quiet Fenestron^®

  • Composite material blades
  • High level of safety
  • Low noise signature
    (3.1 dB below ICAO requirements)
  • Increased damage tolerance
  • Longer service life limit
  • Minimal maintenance

• Main Rotor, Rotor blades and Rotor Head
  

  

  High Set Main Rotor

  • Enhanced safety for passengers
    and ground personnel.
    

  Fiberglass and Carbon Fiber
  Main Rotor Blades

  • Virtually immune to scratches and notches
  •  Corrosion-proof
  • Manually foldable
  • 20,000 hours service life.
    

  Starflex Fiberglass Rotor Head

  • Outstanding maneuverability and stability
    
  • Very low noise and vibration levels
    
  • Rotor engagements in winds of up to 55 kts
    
  • Easy to adjust.

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  Powerful Turbomeca
  Arriel 2C Engines

  • Maximum power per engine: 729 kW / 977 shp
    

  • Proven technology: Safety and reliability at its best