NH90 TTH

The NHI NH-90 TTH is a sophisticated tactical transport helicopter developed by the European NHIndustries. The NH90 is in service in several countries, including Italy and Germany with many others set to begin operating the helicopter.

The NH-90 TTH's primary role is that of tactical transport ie moving troops and supplies around. It can also be configured for more specialist roles such as Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR).

The NH-90 features a 4-bladed main rotor with blades made from composite materials and the hub from titanium and a 4-bladed tail rotor assembly. The helicopter is powered by 2 Rolls-Royce/Turbomeca RRTM322-01/9, or two General Electric/Fiat Avio T700/T6E1 turbo-shaft engines.

Up to 20 troops or 12 stretchers can be carried in the NH-90's cabin. Small tactical vehicles such Supacat ATMPs can be carried, with access via a hydraulic rear ramp. Up to 2500kg of cargo can be carried onboard.

The landing gear, cabin and crew seats are designed to be crash resistant. Elements such as the fuel system are designed to be crushable or to absorb impact without affecting the cockpit or cabin.

The Nh-90 is a 100% fly-by-wire system ie all flight controls are relayed via electronic means, with no mechanical backup. A series of flight aids to the pilot help keep the NH-90 stable whilst in flight.

A range of sophisticated avionics are fitted to the NH-90. These include aircraft management systems for monitoring the helicopter's systems, communications and navigation. Mission management systems assist the crew in making on-the-fly tactical decisions. The TTH features 4 multi-function displays. The NH-90's cockpit is compatible with night vision goggles.

NH-90 TTH Specifications

The NH-90 features a forward looking infrared (FLIR) pod mounted in the chin

Crew	Pilot, optional co-pilot and additional crew as per requirements
Engines	2× Rolls-Royce Turbomeca RTM322-01/9 turboshafts (1,662 kW (2,230 shp) each) or 2× G E T700-T6E turboshafts (1,577 kW (2,115 shp) each)
Dimensions	L - 16.13m W (rotor diameter) -16.30m H - 5.23m
Weights	5,400 kg (empty) 10,600 kg (max loadout)
Max Speed	300 kph
Climb Rate :	480 m/min
Ceiling:	2,960 m
Range	800 km
Armament	2 gun ports (port/starboard) : various belt-fed machine guns
Avionics	Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) Weather Radar Digital Map Generator Helmet Mounted Sight and Display

The NH-90's cabin features firing ports for pintle-mounted belt-fed machine guns.

NH-90 TTH FEATURES

crashworthy fuselage
tricycle retractable landing gear
primary flight control system
automatic flight control system
low radar signature
all-composite fuselage
self-sealing fuel tanks
de-icing systems ensure operation in sustained arctic conditions
retractable landing gear
rear ramp
fly-by-wire controls
all-weather capability

A NH-90 TTH flown by the German Army.

Photo by Mike Lehmann - | source | license