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Kamov Ka-27
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The Kamov Ka-27 (NATO reporting name 'Helix') is a military helicopter developed for the Soviet Navy, and as of 2024 is in service in various countries including Russia, Ukraine, Vietnam, China, South Korea, and India. Variants include the Ka-29 assault transport, the Ka-28 downgraded export version, and the Ka-32 for civilian use.
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A Russian Navy Ka-27 flying by USS Vella Gulf over the Gulf of Aden. | |
Role | Anti-submarine warfare helicopter |
National origin | Soviet Union / Russia |
Manufacturer | Kamov |
First flight | 24 December 1973[1] |
Introduction | 1982 |
Status | In service |
Primary users | Soviet Navy (historical) Russian Navy Ukrainian Navy Indian Navy |
Produced | 1979–2010[2] |
Developed from | Kamov Ka-25 |
Variants | Kamov Ka-31 |
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