Rotorcraft
Upgraded Commercial Mi-171 Helicopter Goes on Show
The Mi-171A2 is the first role-convertible member of the 'Hip' family to receive civil certification.
The Mi-171A2 has been developed with versatility in mind, being rapidly convertible between a number of role configurations. (Photo: Russian Helicopters)
The Mi-171A2 has been developed with versatility in mind, being rapidly convertible between a number of role configurations. (Photo: Russian Helicopters)

Russian Helicopters demonstrated its newest commercial version of the Mil Mi-18/17 'Hip' family at this week's Dubai Airshow. The Mi-171A2 represents a culmination of six decades of development following the first flight of the Mi-8 prototype in 1961. While the shape remains broadly the same, the latest aircraft incorporates major improvements in all areas.


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