Kamov Ka-226

Ka-226
A Ka-226 of the Russian Police (formerly Militsiya), 2011
General information
TypeLight utility
National originRussia
ManufacturerKamov
StatusActive
Primary userRussian Aerospace Forces
Number built69
History
Manufactured1996–present
Introduction date2002
First flight4 September 1997
Developed fromKamov Ka-126

The Kamov Ka-226 (NATO reporting name: Hoodlum) is a small, twin-engine Russian utility helicopter. The Ka-226 features an interchangeable mission pod, rather than a conventional cabin, allowing the use of various accommodation or equipment configurations. The Ka-226 entered service in 2002.