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External Additional Fuel Tanks EAFT.6130.000

External additional fuel tanks EAFT.6130.000 are designed for installation on Mi-8, Mi-8MTV, Mi-8AMT helicopters and their modifications. This reliable and proven solution allows to increase flight duration up to 6.1 hours and cover distances up to 1,070 km without refueling.

External fuel tanks EAFT.6130.000

Why do you need EAFT.6130.000?

  • Additional fuel — up to 1,690 liters from two tanks
  • Flight range — up to 6.1 hours / 1,070 km
  • Versatility — suitable for cargo, passenger, rescue, medical, VIP and patrol helicopters
  • Flexibility — easily mounted/dismounted for current tasks
  • Standards compliance — tanks are UN approved and suitable for operation in any climate zone
Mi-8 helicopter with external fuel tanks EAFT

Available variants

Model Volume Application features
EAFT.6130.200 885 l Standard variant
EAFT.6130.200-03 750 l Used when upper heater or air conditioning is installed

Shortened tanks (200-03) allow system installation even on helicopters in VIP configuration or with additional equipment.

EAFT.6130.000 Advantages

External fuel tanks installation process

Placement

Tanks are installed on both sides of the fuselage, do not interfere with visibility through blisters and do not block emergency hatches. This is especially important when operating passenger and rescue helicopters.

Safety

EAFT does not impede emergency evacuation: blisters can be pushed out even with installed tanks.

Easy installation

Installation or removal takes no more than 3 hours. Everything can be performed directly in operation, without a stationary hangar.

International missions readiness

EAFT.6130.000 is a requirement for participation in UN programs, where high flight autonomy is critical.

Installation conditions

Location:

  • — At helicopter operation site
  • — At KNPP "Helicopters-MI" base in Kazan

Installation time: up to 7 working days

Team: 5 people

Installation possible in any climatic conditions

Technical specifications

Parameter Value
Tank length 3,600 mm
Diameter 603 mm
Weight (without fuel) 130 kg (each)
Quantity 2 pcs.
Total capacity 1,690 l
Parameter Value
Fuel reserve with EAFT up to 3,337 kg
Flight range (takeoff weight 13t) 1,020 km (5.5 h)
Flight range (takeoff weight 11.1t) 1,070 km (6.1 h)
Supply system Gravity feed to standard tanks
Level control Full / <510 l / Empty
Resource 3,000 hours
Service life 25 years
Installation time No more than 3 hours

⚠️ When installing EAFT, it is necessary to disable the neutral gas system, remove special numbers and ESU. Pylons and tanks can be removed when changing tasks.

Emergency Water Landing System EWL.4011.000

Saves those who fly over water

EWL.4011.000 is a certified emergency water landing system designed for installation on Mi-8, Mi-8MTV, Mi-8AMT helicopters and their modifications. It ensures safe water landing and keeps the helicopter afloat for at least 30 minutes, giving crew and passengers time for evacuation and deployment of rescue equipment.

Emergency water landing system EWL.4011.000

Purpose and advantages

The system is designed for aircraft performing flights over sea, lakes, rivers, water areas, coastal zones. EWL installation gives the helicopter a real chance to stay afloat, even during emergency water landing.

High safety:

buoyancy even when one section is damaged

Quick activation:

balloon inflation time — up to 10 seconds

Versatility:

suitable for all Mi-8 types regardless of modification

Climate readiness:

operation from –40°C to +50°C

UN and EMERCOM compliance:

recommended for helicopters participating in humanitarian and rescue operations

System components

EWL.4011.000 includes:

  • Main balloons — attached to the main landing gear strut halves
  • Nose balloons — mounted on the front part of the fuselage
  • 2 gas inflation blocks — with helium, placed in cargo door or near UN frame
  • Control system — electronic activation trigger from crew cabin
Emergency water landing system EWL installed on helicopter

Supply variants

Variant Purpose
Complete set New system installation on helicopter according to bulletin № TM 2700-VU-G
For resource replacement Updating worn components after 5,000 hours or 10 years of operation

Technical specifications

Parameter Value
Floating time after water landing ≥ 30 min
System weight 265 kg
Application temperature –20°C to +50°C
Operation temperature –40°C to +50°C
Water surface condition (storm) Up to 4 points (up to 2 — when damaged)
Landing speed: vertical / horizontal up to 1.5 m/s / up to 35 km/h
Inflation time ≤ 10 sec
Balloon volume (front/main) 2 × 1.83 m³ / 2 × 6 m³
Gas pressure in cylinder 20.41 MPa
Working gas Helium
System resource 5,000 hours or 1 activation
Service life 10 years
Maintenance Once a year (balloons and gas block)

Installation conditions

Work location:

  • — at helicopter operation site
  • — at KNPP "Helicopters-MI" production base (Kazan)

Completion time: up to 14 days

Team: 6 certified aviation specialists

Who is this system for?

EWL.4011.000 is a mandatory safety system for:

  • passenger transportation over sea
  • medical aviation
  • search and rescue missions
  • UN, EMERCOM, National Guard contracts
  • international humanitarian operations
Helicopter with EWL system in rescue operation over water

Helicopter Cabin Interior Elements

Premium comfort — in the sky

Helicopter interior is not just functionality, but the most important part of the flight experience. We develop and manufacture VIP and passenger cabin elements that combine ergonomics, style and aviation reliability.

Helicopter cabin interior elements

Two-seat chair MERG.5.7511.02.50-04 / -05

Two-seat chair module, designed with aviation requirements and passenger comfort in mind.

🪑 Upholstered in premium natural leather

according to individual color-texture chart (CTC)

🔧 Equipped with reliable two-point restraint system

💼 Chair frame designed with vibration resistance and comfort for long-term onboard stay

🎨 Belt color

strict black, perfectly matches the finish

Used in VIP interiors, passenger and corporate configurations of Mi-8, Mi-8MTV and Mi-8AMT helicopters.

Helicopter cabin with premium two-seat chairs

Cabin table MERG.003.7509.110

Premium onboard table — aesthetics and functionality in every detail.

📋 Tabletop made of lightweight, durable three-layer honeycomb aviation panels

🪵 Top — natural wood veneer finish

(according to individual CTC)

🎨 Edges — trimmed with solid wood bar

coated with wear-resistant paint to match

⚙️ Design adapted for in-flight operation

resistance to vibrations, scratches, temperature changes

Perfectly matches chairs and soft interior panels. Can be installed stationary or folding.

VIP interior with cabin table and leather chairs

Individual style

Each element is developed according to customer's wishes:

  • color and texture of upholstery
  • layout scheme
  • mounting and configuration options

We select interior for tasks: VIP, corporate, medical, tourist and patrol variants.

Elite VIP helicopter cabin with individual design