Dubai Customs seize Aerocopter AK1-3
Source: HeliHub.com, 23-Nov-11
Dubai Customs have seized an Aerocopter AK1-3 two seat helicopter claiming it was being illegally imported into the emirate. Paperwork showed the shipping container had furniture in it, but the reality was different. One local media report suggesting the aircraft could be used for terrorist activities or smuggling operations, but that seems unlikely for such [...]
US luxury yacht company buys nine AK1-3 helicopters
Source: Perla Aviation, 10-Nov-11
Perla Group International Inc. (PERL:PK), a leader in the international military, police and security solutions sectors, today announced it has signed a contract for the sale of 9 (nine) AK1-3 helicopters to Florida based company, Yacht Chandlers. The helicopters are to be delivered over the next 3 years, and sold exclusively to the luxury yacht industry. Perla [...]
AK1-3 to make US debut in February
Source: Perla Group, 26-Jan-11
Perla Group International Inc., (PINKSHEETS: PERL) an emerging leader in the international military, police and security solutions sectors, today announced it will deliver two of its proprietary AK1-3 helicopters to the United Sates within the next few weeks. This marks the U.S. debut of the lightweight, versatile aircraft to the world’s largest helicopter market. Both units were [...]
Perla Group acquires DB Aerokopters in a multi-million dollar deal
19-Nov-09
Dubai-based Perla Group International have recently reached an agreement to acquire 100% shares of Ukraine’s DB Aerokopter. DB Aerokopter designs and builds the AK1-3 petrol-powered, two-seater light helicopter.
Iran to manufacture Ukrainian-developed Aerokopter AK1-3
Source: PressTV, 08-Sep-09
Iran and Ukraine have reportedly reached an agreement to manufacture the AK1-3 ultra-light multi-purpose helicopter in Iran, according to an Iranian official.
Aerokopter AK1-3 light helicopter available in US
Source: AOPA, 14-Aug-09
Aerokopter, a European helicopter manufacturer located in Poltava, Ukraine, announced the U.S. availability of its Aerokopter AK1-3 light helicopter. Certified in Europe in 2006, the company claims the two-seat helicopter will initially be offered as a kit.
