Kaman K-MAX – Fotografie & Video

Tá Kaman K-MAX (firemní označení K-1200) je vrtulník se zapletenými rotory (synchropter) navržený a vyráběný americkým výrobcem Kaman Aircraft.

Zdroj: Kaman K-MAX na Wikipedii

The Kaman K-MAX is a helicopter designed for aerial cargo operations. It has a unique intermeshing rotor system that eliminates the need for a tail rotor and allows for greater lift and maneuverability. The K-MAX can carry up to 6,000 pounds (2,700 kg) of external load and has a maximum speed of 100 knots (185 km/h). The K-MAX was first flown in 1991 and entered service in 1994. It has been used for various missions such as logging, firefighting, construction, and military transport. The K-MAX is also capable of autonomous flight and has been deployed in Afghanistan to deliver supplies to remote bases.