Bell CH-146 Griffon
The Bell CH-146 is a Canadian tactical utility helicopter. It can airlift
troops, equipment, and casualties. It is also used in the fields of reconnaissance/surveillance,
direction and control of fire and command and communications assistance.
Specifications
Length- 17.1 m
Height- 14 m
Weight- 5 355 kg
Rotor Length- 14 m
Engine- Pratt and Whiteny 1800 Shaft horse power PT6T-3D turbo twin-pac
Speed- 140 knots (260 km/h)
Range- 354 nm (656 km)
Carry Capacity- 13 troops or 1995 kg of cargo
Ceiling- 3110 m (hovering)
Number in Service- 99
Locations:
- Edmonton, Alberta
- Cold Lake, Alberta
- Borden, Ontario
- Petawawa, Ontario
- Valcartier, Quebec
- Bagotville, Quebec
- Gagetown, New Brunswick
- Goosebay, Newfoundland