AW109 vs MD-900
| Italian multipurpose helicopter, notable for its use in law enforcement, air ambulance and military roles since the late 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 4 August 1971 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 124 units |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| American civil utility helicopter, recognized for its quiet operation, used worldwide for law enforcement and air ambulance services. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | MD Helicopters |
| First flight | 18 December 1992 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 5 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Height | 3.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 311 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 932 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 426 kW â—‰ |
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| Height | 3.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 259 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 543 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,334 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,835 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,531 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 410 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW109 or MD-900?
The AW109 is faster with a maximum speed of 311 km/h compared to the MD-900's 259 km/h, a difference of 52 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW109 or MD-900?
The AW109 has a longer range at 932 km compared to the MD-900's 543 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW109 or MD-900?
The AW109 has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the MD-900's 5,334 meters (17,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW109 or MD-900?
The AW109 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,000 kg compared to the MD-900's 2,835 kg.
Which is larger, the AW109 or MD-900?
The AW109 is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the MD-900's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the AW109 or MD-900?
The AW109 entered service first in 1976, 18 years before the MD-900 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW109 or MD-900?
The AW109 has been produced in greater numbers with 124 units compared to 5 units of the MD-900.