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Enstrom’s Helicopter Trainer Progresses

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Key Takeaways:

  • Enstrom Helicopters' TH180 two-seat trainer is progressing on schedule with its flight test program, with the second prototype accumulating hours and a third fully conforming prototype expected to fly later this year.
  • Priced at $365,000, the TH180 is designed for low operating costs and ease of maintenance, featuring modern avionics, digital engine instrumentation, and an electronic throttle governor.
  • The helicopter is primarily aimed at ab-initio pilot training but also targets light commercial and private use, with certification anticipated next year.
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Enstrom Helicopters announced that the flight test program for its two-seat TH180, currently in development, is progressing on schedule with the second prototype building flight hours. “We are into the envelope expansion phase,” said Enstrom test pilot Bill Taylor. “We’ve had it out over 90 knots so far, and everything is performing as expected.”

A third, fully conforming prototype is currently being built at the factory in Menominee, Michigan. That airframe is expected to take to the skies later this year.

Pia Bergqvist

Pia Bergqvist joined FLYING in December 2010. A passionate aviator, Pia started flying in 1999 and quickly obtained her single- and multi-engine commercial, instrument and instructor ratings. After a decade of working in general aviation, Pia has accumulated almost 3,000 hours of flight time in nearly 40 different types of aircraft.

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