VA115 - RotorSchmiede

OUR PASSION

Never before has helicopter flying been so affordable and safe. With the new generation coaxial rotor system – patented in USA and Italy already – eliminating the requirement for a conventional tail rotor, the new RotorSchmiede VA115 ultralight is a very safe helicopter. The autorotation characteristics of the co-axial rotor system coupled with innovative design features like the new freewheel unit, centrifugal clutch and blade locking system are all important measures towards safer flight operations. As a full-fledged helicopter with outstanding flight characteristics, the RotorSchmiede VA115 ultralight positions itself clearly above the gyrocopter scene.

PERFORMANCE

Due to its low empty mass and the performance of its coaxial rotor system the single-seat RotorSchmiede VA115 ultralight has an outstanding payload of 121 kg. The innovative coaxial rotor system of the RotorSchmiede VA115 ultralight offers outstanding handling and autorotation qualities, stable flight characteristics, compact dimensions and fuel consumption of only 16 l/h in cruise. The noise emissions of the RotorSchmiede VA115 ultralight are only half of other helicopters and are at a similar level to current gyrocopters. Also noteworthy is the thermally unlimited hovering time with which the RotorSchmiede VA115 ultralight stands out clearly from the competition.

CERTIFICATION

RotorSchmiede takes pride in the fact that its VA115 is the first program to receive an official approval based on the new Ultralight Helicopter Regulations (LTF-ULH). After German Government implemented the new regulations at the end of 2016, RotorSchmiede applied for an Ultralight Helicopter Type Certificate. The Deutsche Ultraleichtflugverband e.V. (German Ultralight Aviation Association DULV) issued the “Permit to Fly” within only four weeks, based on RotorSchmiede’s prior close cooperation with DULV.

The first VA115 prototypes were used for extensive trials with Component / Subsystem and Ground Testing which has led to the issue of the “Permit to Fly” by the DULV. Prototype PT002 with registration D-MPVA entered flight testing. At the end of October 2018, the DULV granted RS Helikopter GmbH the Type Certificate for the coaxial helicopter RotorSchmiede VA115 ultralight.

TR115 TRAINER

With the optionally available VA115 trainer, the helicopter is ideally suited to significantly ease the first steps in helicopter flying: The training platform can be easily attached to any RotorSchmiede VA115 ultralight. The degrees of freedom of the individual movements can be adapted to the learning progress of the trainee until he moves freely with his helicopter in a maximum height of 1.50 m. To pilot trainees the training platform offers a cost-effective and safe method for gaining first experience and for practicing the coordination of the individual control inputs.

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Technical Specifications
RotorSchmiede VA115 ultralight

WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS

empty weight (depending on configuration)	139 kg / 306 lbs
maximum take-off weight	260 kg / 573 lbs
useful load	121 kg / 267 lbs
length	3.7 m / 12.1 ft
width	1.6 m / 5.2 ft
height	2.6 m / 8.5 ft
fuel tank capacity	30 l / 8 gallons
resulting max. fuel mass	22.5 kg / 50 lbs
certified pilot weight	75…100 kg / 165…220 lbs

PERFORMANCE

maximum airspeed	110 km/h / 68 mph
cruise speed (endurance)	80 km/h / 50 mph
cruise speed (range)	100 – 110 km/h / 62 – 68 mph
fuel consumption	16 l/h / 4.2 gallons/h
hovering ceiling	2000 m / 1.24 miles
operational ceiling	4500 m / 2.8 miles
rate of climb (H = 2 km)	4.0 m/s / 13.1 ft/h
maximum wind speed	19.5 knots
additional gusts	9 knots
max. range of full fuel tank	220 km / 136 miles
max. endurance of full fuel tank	2 h

ROTOR SYSTEM

diameter of rotors	4.5 m / 14.8 ft
number of blades	4
rotor tip speed	150 m/s / 335 mph

ENGINE

manufacturer	Hirth Engines GmbH
type	F23 RS-01
configuration	2 cylinder boxer two stroke
displacement	521 cm³ / 31.7 cui
stroke	64 mm / 2.52 inch
bore	72 mm / 2.83 inch
maximum performance	36.7 kW at 6500 rpm
maximum torque	53 Nm at 6300 rpm
carburation	multi point injection (ES)
ignition system	CDI, dual ignition
generator power	250W, 12V
cooling	fan cooling
starting device	electrical starter
fuel	fuel min. 95 octane (RON)
mixture	oil injection

German Type Certificate

At the end of October 2018, the Deutsche Ultraleichtflugverband e.V. (German Ultralight Aviation Association DULV) granted RS Helikopter GmbH the Type Certificate for the coaxial helicopter RotorSchmiede VA115 ultralight.

First Registration in Russia

RS Helikopter GmbH is pleased about the first approval of a helicopter of the type RotorSchmiede VA115 ultralight for the very interesting Russian market.

On 15.11.2019 RS Helikopter GmbH, with the help of its Russian sales partner Aviazapchast, received the first individual approval of its coaxial helicopter type RotorSchmiede VA115 ultralight from the Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation. The final certification flight was carried out on 25.11.2019 in Moscow at an icy -10°C. All persons present were enthusiastic about the functional efficiency and the good-natured flight characteristics of the single-seater helicopter with coaxial rotor system.

For the time being, the RotorSchmiede VA115 ultralight will be certified as a single unit in Russia on the basis of local regulations. The effort for the customer is very low, as the certification is supported by us and our Moscow-based partner on site.

OUR PASSION

PERFORMANCE

CERTIFICATION

TR115 TRAINER