Dornier Seawings is positioning its newly introduced Orca amphibian turboprop twin as a more economical alternative to helicopters. Based on the company’s Seastar CD2 design, the Orca is intended for governmental missions and can be outfitted for security, search and rescue, and environmental monitoring roles. Features include an all-composite airframe and optional internal and external mission equipment stations.
Dornier Introduces Orca Amphibian
Key Takeaways:
- Dornier Seawings has introduced the Orca, an amphibian turboprop twin, positioning it as a more economical alternative to helicopters for governmental missions.
- Based on the Seastar CD2 design, it features an all-composite airframe and is highly customizable for roles like security, search and rescue, environmental monitoring (e.g., ocean plastic analysis), and medical evacuation.
- The Orca is described as economical, fast, and capable of handling rough sea conditions, with first units expected to enter service in 2022.
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