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Ka-27PS (Helix-D)

Search and rescue helicopterFielded 1986Pending verification
Air ForcesRUS
Length 11.3 m
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System
TypeSearch and rescue helicopter
Date of introduction1986
ProliferationAt least 2 countries
ManufacturerKamovMed[1]
Crew1–3Med[1]
Dimensions and weight
Length11.3 m37 ftMed[1]
Wingspan5.65 m19 ftMed[1]
Height5.4 m18 ftMed[1]
Empty weight6,400 kg14,110 lbMed[1]
Flight performance
Engine2 x Isotov TV3-117KM turboshaftMed[1]
Thrust / power2,200 shaft hp each hpMed[1]
Service ceiling6,000 m19,685 ftMed[1]
Protection
NBC ProtectionYesMed[1]
Armament and payload
Wing Mounted WeaponsKa-27PS (Helix-D) Search and rescue helicopter, ASW equipment removed and winch fitted.Med[1]
Fire control
RadioVarious depending on country and missionMed[1]
Navigation SystemNKV-252 navigation systemMed[1]
GyroscopeMGV-1V gyroscopic systemMed[1]
Radio CompassA-031 radio compassMed[1]
Flight SystemPKV-252 flight systemMed[1]
Variants
Ka-27PL (Helix-A)baseline anti-submarine warfare helicopter.[1]
Ka-27PS (Helix-D)is a search and rescue helicopter.[1]
Ka-27Ms a recent improved version. It is being tested and evaluated by the Russian Navy. This helicopter has got new radar and some other improvements.[1]
Ka-28 (Helix-A)is an export version of the Ka-27PL ordered by China, India, Vietnam and Yugoslavia. This version has a revised avionics suite.[1]
Ka-29 (Helix-B)is a naval assault transport helicopter. This helicopter is intended especially for the support of Russian Navy's amphibious operations and featuring a substantially changed airframe. The type entered service in 1985.[1]
Ka-31is an airborne early warning helicopter, based on the basic Ka-29. Its main mission is a long-range detection of airborne and naval threats.[1]
Ka-32 (Helix-C)is a simplified civilian version. It is used in Russia and has been exported to a number of countries. It is even used by some Western countries.[1]
Ka-32Kis a civilian flying crane.[1]
Summary

KA-27 Helix A Ka-27, Kamov 'Helix-A is an improved version of the Ka-25. The fuselage was redesigned to give a large increase in cabin room, with only a small increasse in external dimensions.

Draft entry. Values come from the cited public sources and are awaiting editor verification.
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Sources
  1. Ka-27PS (Helix-D) Russian Search and Rescue Helicopter, U.S. Army TRADOC G-2 Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN)
    Published/updated 2026-03-20 · Tier 1 · checked 2026-10-10
Change log
  • 2026-10-10 Entry created from the Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN), bulk import