The story
The Leonardo (formerly AgustaWestland) AW109 is the sports car of helicopters — sleek, fast, and popular with VIP clients and air ambulance operators who want performance and style.
Fun fact
The AW109 can cruise at 154 knots, making it one of the fastest light twin-engine helicopters in the world.
Quick answers
How do you identify a AW109?
Sleek Italian helicopter with retractable landing gear. Fast and elegant. Common in police/EMS role.
What does a AW109 sound like?
A smooth twin-turbine whine with a quick, light rotor beat.
How fast is the AW109?
Top speed is 168 kts.
How many passengers does the AW109 carry?
Up to 7.
How far can the AW109 fly?
Range is about 503 nmi (ferry).
How big is the AW109?
It is 42 ft 10 in long and 36 ft 1 in across the rotor.
When did the AW109 first fly?
Its first flight was in 1971.
How many AW109s have been built?
1,500+ built.
How rare is a AW109 in Bogey?
COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first AW109 catch is worth 25 points.
