The Aérospatiale AS-365 Dauphin 2 was a twin-engine medium helicopter that revolutionized rotorcraft safety and performance through its twin-turboshaft design. First flown on January 24, 1975, it was a single-rotor helicopter powered by two Turbomeca Arriel engines that could carry up to 14 passengers or equivalent cargo. With a rotor diameter of 11.94 meters and maximum speed of 170 knots, it established new standards for commercial and military helicopter operations. The aircraft was manufactured by Aérospatiale of France.
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