Russian Helicopters upgradation plans

Russian Helicopters have announced upgradation of its Mi28NE, Mi-35M and Mi-35P attack helicopters. Upgrade of the Mi-28NE primarily relates to its weapons capability and includes provision of the new Khrizantema-M anti-tank missile with dual guidance system, enabling engagement at ranges up to 10km. Modernised Ataka missiles with laser guidance are also now fitted to the helicopter, while bombs up to 1,102lb (500kg) can also be carried.

The modernised Mi-35P features an OPS-24N-1L observationsight system, with a third generation matrix long wavelength thermal imager, TV camera and laser rangefinder. A new digital flight simulator based on the PKV-8 automatic flight control system increases stability and auto piloting. As for the Mi-35M, this has considerably more equipment options and can be further upgraded to integrate Igla-S air-to-air guided missiles.