Mi-34 | |
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![]() A Mil Mi-34 | |
General information | |
Type | Helicopter |
National origin | Soviet Union / Russia |
Manufacturer | Mil Helicopters |
Status | out of production (new re-engined prototype has been produced at 2024) [1] |
Number built | 27 (+1 new prototype at 2024) [1] |
History | |
Manufactured | 1986–2011, 2024-present [1] |
Introduction date | 1993 |
First flight | 17 November 1986 |
The Mil Mi-34 (NATO reporting name: Hermit) is a light helicopter designed by the Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant in either a two or four seat configuration for utility and training. It was first flown on 17 November 1986 and introduced at the Paris Air Show in 1987. The Mi-34 entered production in 1993, and is capable of performing aerobatic manoeuvres, including rolls and loops.
A new domestic engine version, Mil Mi-34M1 made its first hovering flight in October 2024. It uses the Russian made VK-650V turboshaft engine instead of the previous Radial engine. [1]
Data fromJane's All The World's Aircraft 2000–2001 [6]
General characteristics
Performance
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