Kamov Ka-226
| Ka-226 | |
|---|---|
| A Ka-226 of the Police of Russia | |
| General information | |
| Type | Light utility |
| National origin | Russia |
| Manufacturer | Kamov |
| Status | Active |
| Primary user | Russian Aerospace Forces Syrian Arab Air Force |
| Number built | 69 |
| History | |
| Manufactured | 1996 - Present |
| Introduction date | 2002 |
| First flight | 4 September 1997 |
| Developed from | Kamov Ka-126 |
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The Kamov Ka-226 (NATO reporting name: Hoodlum) is a small, twin-engine Russian utility helicopter. The Ka-226 features an interchangeable mission pod, rather than a conventional cabin, allowing the use of various accommodation or equipment configurations. The Ka-226 entered service in 2002.