The name AW109 covers several generations and variants. GrandNew should be considered as a separate configuration, and not as a universal signature to any machine of this family.
In private operation, it is most interesting to compare the close urban areas and expectations from the salon. Landing, luggage and real places can be more important than the spectacular appearance.
02 / Manufacturer data
Specifications and uses
The AW109 GrandNew is a fast compact twin-engine helicopter, whose value to the passenger is revealed in the organization of a small cabin and access to urban areas.
Engines
2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW207C
Maximum takeoff weight
3 175 kg
With external load up to 3200 kg
Crew and passengers
1-2 + up to 6
Maximum cruise speed
283 km/h
Range
Up to 833 km
With additional fuel, no reserve
Endurance
Up to 4 h 22 min
Published maximum
Family
AW109
Chassis
Removed
Leonardo, Commercial Product Range. The maximum range is given with additional fuel without reserve; the payload and cabin require a separate calculation.
GrandNew within the AW109 family
The AW109 index includes machines of different generations. GrandNew stands out with its own equipment and retractable chassis; it is impossible to transfer its passport parameters to any AW109.
For a business trip, the balance between the compactness of external dimensions and the space in the cabin is important. The check should include the landing of all passengers, not only a beautiful photo of the front row.
Figures and the real trip
Published 833 km received with additional fuel and no reserve. If you take six passengers, luggage and a mandatory supply of fuel, the route is recalculated.
Comparing GrandNew with Trekker, check out the chassis, cabin, equipment and technical support of specific sides. The common family name does not make them interchangeable.