Newly upgraded Russian Ka-52 ‘Crocodile’ helicopter makes first flight
BEIRUT, LEBANON (1:00 p.m.) – The Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade said on Monday that the modernized version of the reconnaissance and attack helicopter “Ka-52M” made its first flight.
The helicopter is equipped with an improved optical electronic system with a longer range to detect and recognize targets, and a new digital engine, which will improve the accuracy of aiming when fired from the cannon.
The updated Ka-52 will also be fitted with a new active phased radar system and a longer range guided missile.