| HX-1 Wasp | |
|---|---|
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| Helowerks HX-1 in flight | |
| Role | Ultralight homebuilt helicopter |
| National origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Helowerks |
| First flight | 2006 |
The Helowerks HX-1 is an American ultralight homebuilt helicopter designed by Helowerks based at Hampton in Virginia. [1]
The Wasp is a traditional pod and boom helicopter with a twin-blade rotor powered by a 90shp (97 kW) Garrett JFS-100-13A turboshaft engine. [1] It has a fixed skid landing gear and enclosed cabin with two-seat side-by-side seats. [1] The Wasp design was started in 2001 and was exhibited unflown in 2005, it first flew around March 2006 after receiving FAA approval in the experimental category. [1]
Data from Jane's All the World's Aircraft 2008-2009 [1]
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