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Multipurpose Tiltrotor Aircraft

The AgustaWestland AW609 is Designed For Targeted Civil Aviation

— May 11, 2016 — Autos
The AgustaWestland AW609 is an extraordinarily well designed tiltrotor aircraft that is currently undergoing ground testing and, once cleared for full action, is set to make air-based transportation easier for many.

This particular aircraft is capable of attaining a cruising speed of 509 km/h whilst operating at an altitude of 25,000 feet. It can carry between six and nine passengers in addition to two crew members.

Ultimately, it's quite clear that the workings of the AgustaWestland AW609 make it ideal for use in the elite civil aviation market as an airplane that can be used to ferry VIP customers, or indeed as a transportation device to get people to offshore infrastructure sites. The aircraft is even offered in passenger, surveillance, search and rescue and medivac versions, proving its versatility and unquestioned utility in a variety of settings.

Trend Themes
1. Tiltrotor Aircraft - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced tiltrotor technology for faster and more versatile air transportation.
2. Versatile Aviation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create multi-purpose aircraft designs to serve various industries including VIP transportation, surveillance, and search and rescue.
3. Offshore Infrastructure Transportation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design specialized aircraft for efficient transportation to offshore infrastructure sites.
Industry Implications
1. Civil Aviation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Improve air-based transportation by introducing advanced aircraft models like the AW609 tiltrotor.
2. VIP Transportation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop upscale air travel options with aircraft capable of catering to VIP customers' needs.
3. Search and Rescue - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Enhance search and rescue operations by utilizing multi-functional aircraft like the AW609.
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