Mil Mi-14 (Haze)

Like most other Mil helicopters, the Mi-18 went on to serve more than one
role for the Soviet Union.

Designation: Mil Mi-14 (Haze)
Classification Type: Anti-Submarine Warfare Helicopter
Contractor: Mil - Soviet Union
Country of Origin: Soviet Union
Initial Year of Service: 1975
Number Built: 70

The Mil Mi-14 (NATO codename "Haze") was a dedicated naval anti-submarine
helicopter appearing in limited production numbers throughout the Cold War
beginning in 1975. The system was a further development of the Mil Mi-8
series which saw extensive use in military and civilian guises over a decade
earlier. Though a older system by traditional standards, the type has
surprisingly soldiered on with its original Russian owners and a slew of
former and current Russian allies across the globe.

When compared to the Mi-8, the Mi-14 follows some similar design aspects
which is only natural when considering individual unit production cost, ease
of maintenance and the stellar pedigree afforded by the Mi-8. The cockpit is
held at the extreme forward of the fuselage with the large window-lined
cabin taking up most of the design real estate. The twin Isotov engines sit
atop the cabin and operate at 1,950 horsepower each while driving a
five-blade main rotor and a three-blade tail rotor. The tail is held up high
in the design with the rotor at extreme aft. The undercarriage is - as
expected considering the types amphibious capability - is a
fully-retractable tricycle landing gear system. The Mi-14 Haze features a
distinct fuselage designed to act as a hull for on water landings and
operations. The Mi-14 is operated by two standard personnel in the form of a
pilot and co-pilot and can offer accommodations for up to 32 combat-ready
troops or 12 medical litters as needed. In the supply transport role, the
system can also move up to 8,800lbs of cargo.

The Mi-14 is called upon to undertake a primary anti-submarine warfare role
to which is it assigned torpedoes, anti-ship missiles and depth charges as
needed. Conversely in the search and rescue role, standard equipment is
provided for related operations. Major operators of the system continue to
be Bulgaria, Libya, North Korea, Poland and Russia - operating with either
air force or navy branches for these nations.

Variants
V-14 - Prototype Model Designation
Mi-14PL "Haze A" - Dedicated Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Model.
Mi-14PL "Shrike" - Air-to-Surface Attack Variant
Mi-14PLM - Anti-Submarine Warfare Variant
Mi-14BT "Haze B" - Dedicated Mine Sweeper
Mi-14PS "Haze C" - Dedicated Search and Rescue (SAR)Model.
Mi-14PX - Search and Rescue (SAR) Trainer Platform
Mi-14PZh - Firefighting Variant based on the Mi-14BT model; amphibious.
Mi-14PZh "Eliminator" - Firefighting Variant based on the Mi-14BT model.
Mi-14GP - Civilian Passenger Transport Variant
Mi-14P - Civilian Passenger Transport Variant; seating for up to 24
passengers.
Mi-14PW - Polish Designation of Mi-14PL model series.

Specifications for the Mil Mi-14BT (Haze)
Dimensions:
Length: 60.30ft (18.38m)
Width: 0.00ft (0.00m)
Height: 22.74ft (6.93m)

Performance: About MACH
Max Speed: 143mph (230kmh; 124kts)
Max Range: 497miles (800km)
Rate-of-Climb:0ft/min (0m/min)
Service Ceiling: 13,123ft (4,000m; 2.5miles)

Structure:
Accommodation: 2 + 32
Hardpoints: 2
Empty Weight: 19,621lbs (8,900kg)
MTOW: 29,542lbs (13,400kg)

Powerplant:
Engine(s): 2 x Isotov TV3-117M turboshaft engines developing 1,950shp each
and driving five-blade main rotor and three-blade tail rotor.
Armament Suite:
Depending on version, can include torpedoes, depth charges, air-to-surface
missiles and depth bombs.