BOOKS & MORE: H145M - Special forces deployment helicopter

I'm sorry, but I am unable to translate a text that contains HTML elements, image sources, and links as it is. Can you please provide a text without these elements for me to translate into English?When we looked at this freshly printed book, we thought to ourselves: "Exactly this is what we missed." In Austria, the H145M was a candidate for the helicopter procurement, which the Italians won. So the army now indulges in a second Black Hawk-format heli, instead of this nimble machine, optimized for special forces that the Commando may have liked. But, Politics ... Well, let's stick with the book, anyone can have it ... The agile H145M LUH SOF (Light Utility Helicopter/Special Operation Forces) is the military variant of the H145, which has been successfully operated around the world for many years. The proven model has been extensively enhanced in performance and equipped with armor, armament, and electronic self-protection. Equipped in this way, the nimble machine is the ideal new tool, among others, for the Special Forces Command (KSK), which deployed with it to Mali in 2020. Author Christian Rastätter was exclusively present at the tough training operations of the KSK for over a year and describes the technology and deployment of the H145M. The multi-purpose helicopter is primarily used to transport special forces to their mission location. The H145M (formerly EC645 T2 LUH) has a boom with Fenestron tail rotor, a digital cockpit with full night vision capability, and an autopilot. In maneuvers, the special forces benefit from a spacious cabin with two large lateral sliding doors and a rear door. In addition to the two pilots, up to nine other people can fit in the cell, including a Tactical Operator responsible for operating the military equipment and weapons. The equipment package also includes rappelling devices and external load hooks. The additional equipment includes onboard armament and an electro-optical reconnaissance system. A self-protection system and armor provide additional protection for the crew. The helicopter is not an end in itself, but has been optimized for special forces. This is precisely what the author of the book expertly discusses. Because the key to understanding the aircraft is knowing how it should be used. Therefore, "H145M" is not just a helicopter book for people who like helis. It also provides good and deep insights into the work of German special forces - KSK and KSM. In the book, you can see not only the helicopter, but also many soldiers who are involved with it. Here is the KSK in the most current equipment with Multitarn uniform and the new G95 - the HK416 of the special forces. The H145M has a longer civilian history, which Rastätter also covers in his book. And at the same time, there are deep insights into the world of the aircraft users. Also covered are the procurement and procurement process in Germany. Also interesting is how far the process is until such a heli can actually start flying in service. And that's the helicopter for the German special forces. Its technical data: Manufacturer: Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung) Model and series designation: MBB BK-117 LUH SOF (Light Ulility Helicopter – Special Operation Forces) Total length: 13.64 m Fuselage length: 6.17 m Height: 4.00 m Skid width: 2.40 m Cabin width: 1.73 m Main rotor diameter: 11.00 m Tail rotor diameter: 1.15 m Engine: 2 Turbomeca Arriel 2E shaft power engines Continuous power: 2 x 419 kW (570 PS) Maximum speed: 268 km/h Max. range: 663 km Max. operational altitude: 6,095 m Empty weight: 2.315 t Max. take-off weight: 3.700 t Crew: 2 (Pilot and Co-Pilot) Passengers: max. 9 persons HERE the Bundeswehr presents the H145M. The author is lucky with his subject: Christian Rastätter has been accompanying special units in connection with aircraft for several years. As a freelance journalist and author of special operations aviation, he has written many specialized articles, photo reports, and technical books about aircraft and helicopters in special operations. With the approval of various ministries at home and abroad, he had project-related access to many flying SOF units and special forces. Among other things, he exclusively accompanied the 4th Squadron (SOF) of the Air Force's Helicopter Wing 64 for over a year during many special forces exercises on the ground and in the air. Above, a KSK team trains Sniper Interdiction with the H145M. Rastätter's access to the special forces and their heli guarantees many great pictures in the book. Good also is the view beyond the horizon: At the end, several special forces operations are analyzed, in which helicopters played a significant role. This is the back of the book with flap text. But we also give you the table of contents: Page 1 ... ... and page 2. There is really a lot inside, between the two covers. CONCLUSION: A great book! Are you interested in helicopters? Must have. Are you interested in special units? Must have! SPARTANAT reading recommendation! "Airbus Helicopters H145M: Einsatzhubschrauber der Spezialeinheiten" by Christian Rastätter, published by Motorbuch Verlag, 224 pages, Euro 29.90 If you want to buy a helicopter now: "Schuco 452643700 Airbus H145M KSK 1:87 452643700-Airbus, grey, die-cast model car, multi-colored" in 1/87 scale costs only Euro 23.90. iframe link iframe link