The 10 Biggest Helicopters in the World
#8 – AgustaWestland AW101 (a.k.a. Merlin)
Max Takeoff Weight: 34,300 lbs
Empty Weight: 23,000 lbs
Born from a British-Italian alliance (yes, the pasta meets tea team-up), the AW101 is a sophisticated beast. Used by both militaries and civilian agencies, it’s like the Swiss Army Knife of helicopters. Royal Navy? Check. Search and Rescue in Norway? Check. Presidential transport in Canada? Also check.
In terms of aviation business, governments aren’t afraid to shell out serious costs for this kind of multi-role capability. With a plush cabin option, this might just be the closest you’ll get to real estate in the sky.
