Aerokopter AK1-3 is a light helicopter, which can be used for a range of practical purposes:
- monitoring facilities and territories;
- search missions;
- geological exploration, aerial photography;
- pilot technique learning and air crew training;
- aerial chemical work;
- business and pleasure flights;
- participating in aerial sports competitions.
The design and the price of the AK1-3 make it the most preferable aircraft in its category. The very safe and environmental friendly rotorcraft complies with the Ukrainian APU-27 Regulations which are equal to JAR-27 and with international noise abatement requirements.
The helicopter is equipped with a small diameter rotor and skid-equipped landing gear, which enables it to land on small landing grounds.
The empty helicopter weight is 380 kg, making it possible to transport it by a small car trailer.
Aerokopter AK1-3CX
The АК1-3CX helicopter is a further development of the basic model and is designed for aerial spraying of crops with chemicals using 1-40 liters per hectare.
The helicopter’s general dimensions and construction are similar to those of the basic model. The helicopter is equipped with a unit of quick-detachable equipment (experimental) for spraying liquid chemicals, including the ULV technique. The unit of equipment consists of two tanks (140 liters each), which are mounted on either side of the cockpit, spray booms with struts, a rotary pump, connection hoses, and a control unit. The whole unit weight 34 kg.