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