Enstrom Unveils New Low-Cost Training Helicopter
Enstrom Helicopter unveiled a mockup of a new, low-cost, two-seat, piston-powered trainer, dubbed the TH-180, on the opening day of Heli-Expo 2014.
Enstrom Helicopter unveiled a mockup of a new, low-cost, two-seat, piston-powered trainer, dubbed the TH-180, on the opening day of Heli-Expo 2014.

Enstrom Helicopter unveiled a mockup of a new, low-cost, two-seat, piston-powered trainer on the opening day of Heli-Expo 2014. The TH-180 is a scaled-down version of the company’s popular FX-280 three-seat model. Company officials said the TH-180 should post direct operating costs of $175 per hour and an hourly fuel burn of less than 12 gph. The launch price is $365,000. It will be powered by the 210-hp Lycoming HIO-390 and feature an engine governor and electric clutch switch. First flight is anticipated this summer and certification is targeted for 2015.

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