AW119 Ke joins AgustaWestland light-single line
AgustaWestland is introducing an enhanced Koala, the AW119 Ke light single, as an evolution of the A119 Koala introduced in 1995 and certified in 2000.

AgustaWestland is introducing an enhanced Koala, the AW119 Ke light single, as an evolution of the A119 Koala introduced in 1995 and certified in 2000.

The Ke (for Koala enhanced) does indeed include some impressive upgrades, starting with an increase in max takeoff weight from 5,997 to 6,283 pounds. It retains the A119’s engine–the Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6B-37A–remains the same, but its main rotor blades feature improved aerodynamic design and greater use of composites, along with higher rotor rpm, providing the additional lift capacity and better hot-and-high performance at high gross weights.