 The Panther AS 565 UB is the military version of the Dauphin and features the same technological innovations. It is powered by two TURBOMECA Arriel 2C turbine engines. This engine is equipped with an Full Authority Digital Electronic Control (FADEC).
Its main missions are : transport of 8 to 10 commandos to the combat zones, casualty evacuation, and logistic support.Its design calls for widespread use of composite materials.
"STARFLEX™" fibreglass rotor head:
- Good manoeuvrability
- Great stability
- Very low vibration level
- Spinning- up in winds of up to 55 kts (head on)
- Impact resistant
- Ease of maintenance
Fibreglass and carbone fibre main blades:
- Virtually immune to scratches and notches
- Corrosion proof
- Manually foldable
- Unlimited life
- Impact resistant
"FENESTRON™" faired-in tail rotor:
- Increased safety when manoeuvring at low altitude or landing, and greater safety of ground personnel
- Good directional control
- Impact resistant
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