Kamov Ka-27
| Ka-27 | |
|---|---|
| A Russian Navy Ka-27 flying by USS Vella Gulf over the Gulf of Aden. | |
| General information | |
| Type | Anti-submarine warfare helicopter (Ka-27/Ka-28) Attack helicopter with transport capabilities (Ka-29) Civilian utility helicopter (Ka-32) |
| National origin | Soviet Union / Russia |
| Manufacturer | Kamov |
| Status | In service |
| Primary users | Soviet Navy (historical) |
| History | |
| Manufactured | 1979–2010 |
| Introduction date | 1982 |
| First flight | 24 December 1973 |
| Developed from | Kamov Ka-25 |
| Variants | Kamov Ka-31 |
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The Kamov Ka-27 (NATO reporting name 'Helix') is a military helicopter developed for the Soviet Navy, and as of 2024 is in service in various countries including Russia, Ukraine, Vietnam, China, South Korea, and India. Variants include the Ka-29 assault transport, the Ka-28 downgraded export version, and the Ka-32 for civilian use.