Leonardo's AW609 tiltrotor completed first ship trial campaign with Italy's Navy, demonstrating approach, landing, and touchdown capabilities.
Leonardo's AW609 tiltrotor has successfully completed its first ship trial campaign with the support of Italy's Navy. The AW609 AC4 aircraft, a full production representative, demonstrated its approach, stable deck landing, and touchdown capabilities. The trials took place over 12 days in April, with the aircraft taking off from the Maristaer Grottaglie Naval Base and landing on the Italian Navy's aircraft carrier, ITS Cavour, 20 nautical miles offshore.
June 26, 2024
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