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Kamov Ka-52 helicopter crashed; pilots died
Moscow, Russia - Ejection seats didn't save crew
The Kamov Ka-52 B Alligator is the latest version from attack helicopter Ka-50's family, characterized by its particular co-axial rotor blades which allows it to fly without a tail rotor, one of the most fragile parts of an helicopter. Considered by many as one of the newest and innovative aircraft, the Ka-52 is equipped with ejection seats which are thrown out after explosives in the rotor head...
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1138579
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency