HA-9 Martinet
Manufacturer
AEGIS Industry – Aviation Division
Category
Helicopter – Light Reconnaissance
Class / Role
Light Scout / Naval Recon Replacement (ex-HA-6 Épervier)
Country of Origin
Aegis Federation
Year of Introduction / Retirement
2016 / –
Current Status
In Production
Overview
The HA-9 Martinet is a light reconnaissance helicopter developed by AEGIS Industry for scouting missions, naval observation, and short-range intelligence gathering.
It is designed to offer ultra-low operating cost, excellent maneuverability, compact dimensions, and shipborne capability following AEGIS’s philosophy: innovation, reliability, and modularity.
Development included feedback from naval crews and reconnaissance units, focusing on endurance, simplicity, and easy deck integration via magnetic landing skids.
Technical Specifications
Crew
1 pilot
Capacity / Passengers / Cargo
None / light recon equipment only
Empty / Maximum / Full Load Weight
Light helicopter class (exact values classified)
Propulsion / Engine Type(s)
1× Cyrano diesel engine
Total Power / Thrust
300hp
Transmission / Propulsion
Main 11.75 m bi-blade rotor + tail rotor
Max Speed / Cruise / Knots
100 knots / 85 knots cruise
Endurance / Range / Operation Time
50 km practical recon range
Average Consumption
Very low (diesel light helicopter class)
Fuel Tank / Capacity
200 L
Dimensions (L × W × H)
9 m × 2.25 m × 3.5 m
Beam / Draft
N/A (aircraft)
Payload / Armament / Modules
Observation sensors, light recon suite
Onboard Systems / Electronics / Sensors
VHF radio, night-flight instrumentation, maritime-compatible avionics
Main Materials / Armor
Light composite frame, unarmored
AEGIS Equipment Compatibility
Magnetic landing skids for naval decks, light recon mission kits
Cost
11,500 $
Model Features
The HA-9 Martinet stands out for:
- Magnetic landing skids for safe shipborne operations
- Extremely compact and lightweight recon platform
- Simple and efficient Cyrano-200L diesel engine
- Night-flight capable avionics
Performance and Use
- Strengths: low operating cost, excellent maneuverability, naval compatibility
- Limitations: very short range, single-seat only
- Areas of Excellence: coastal recon, shipboard scouting, light intelligence missions
Conclusion:
The HA-9 Martinet delivers a modern, efficient replacement for the HA-6 Épervier, combining simplicity, reliability, and naval compatibility in an ultra-compact reconnaissance helicopter.
Related Versions
Variant
Designation
Main Features
HA-9
Martinet
Recon
Developed by AEGIS Industry – Maritime Division
"Light and Cheap"
