KXAN-TV 36: Chopper 36






		KXAN Chopper 36 flew into Austin in July of 1999, and quickly became a permanent and integral part of News 36. KXAN Chopper 36 provides aerial views of breaking news and traffic information every morning on News 36 Firstcast from 5 a.m. to 7 a.m.
		CHOPPER 36 SPECS: TYPE OF HELICOPTER: Bell 206L-3 LONGRANGER SEATING: Six SPEED: 112 kts,129 mph, 207 kph RANGE: (Sea Level) 321 nm, 595 km WEIGHTS: Empty Weight: 2,290 lbs. Maximum Gross Weight Internal Loading: 4,450 lbs. Maximum Gross Weight External Loading: 4,550 lbs. ENGINE RATINGS: Engine: Allison 250-C30P Gas Turbine Engine Takeoff: 650 shp, 485 kw Maximum Continuous: 557 shp, 415 kw TRANSMISSION RATINGS: Takeoff: 490 shp, 365 kw Maximum Continuous: 370 shp, 276 kw For More Information, Check Out The Bell Helicopter website.