Agusta A119 Koala

Agusta (Leonardo) · Italy · first flew 1995 · helicopter

The A119 Koala is a single-engine, eight-seat utility helicopter derived from the twin A109, aimed at operators wanting a roomy cabin with single-engine economy.

Recognition (WEFT)

W — Wings	High-mounted, rotary
E — Engines	1 × turboshaft, fuselage-mounted
F — Fuselage	11.07 m fuselage
T — Tail	Conventional

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Single-engine A109 relative on fixed skids
Roomy eight-seat cabin
Four-blade main rotor with A109-like nose

It resembles an A109 but rides on fixed skids and carries a single engine rather than two. The relatively large cabin sits on a fairly big single-engine airframe. A four-blade main rotor and A109-style nose complete the look.

Specifications

The Agusta A119 Koala has a length of 11.07 m (36 ft).
It has a wingspan of 11 m (36 ft).
Its maximum speed is 282 km/h (175 mph).
Typical crew: 1 (up to 7 passengers).

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History

Agusta first flew the Koala in 1995, later re-engining it before series production began around 2000. It borrowed heavily from the A109's aerodynamics and cabin while simplifying to one engine and fixed skids. The type continued as the AW119 under AgustaWestland.

Variants

The original A119 gave way to the glass-cockpit AW119Ke and later Kx models. Configurations cover utility, emergency medical, law enforcement and corporate roles. Its large single-engine cabin sets it apart in its class.

Where you'll see it

The Koala has no notable RAF or UK military use and is chiefly a civil and para-public machine worldwide. It appears in air-ambulance, utility and police service in many countries. Buyers value its cabin volume and single-engine running costs.

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