V-280 Valor
Type: Next-Generation Tiltrotor
Domain: air
Country of Origin: United States
Manufacturer: Bell
Overview
Selected as the winner of the Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) program to replace the UH-60 Black Hawk. Third-generation tiltrotor featuring significantly improved speed, range, and survivability. Cruise speed of 280 knots with combat radius exceeding 500 km.
Technical Specifications
| range | 3,900 km (self-deploy) |
|---|---|
| design | Fixed nacelles with tilting rotors (simpler than V-22) |
| payload | 14 troops |
| replaces | UH-60 Black Hawk (FLRAA program) |
| max_speed | 520+ km/h |
| expected_ioc | ~2030 |
Operators
- United States
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