Kamov Ka-26

19 Apr 2026 · © Siliconserver

A rare and well-preserved Kamov Ka-26 helicopter in Aeroflot livery, displayed in a museum with its distinctive coaxial rotor configuration.

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Kiwi Aviation · 20 Apr 2026

Nice catch! ✈️

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Aircraft

Ka-26 KA26

Aeroflot Soviet-era livery, orange and cream

CCCP-26001

Registration

Airline

Aeroflot (historic)

Manufacturer

Kamov

Gear

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Insights

Aviation History

The Kamov Ka-26 was a unique Soviet light utility helicopter known for its coaxial rotors and modular design, used widely by Aeroflot for agricultural, medevac, and light transport duties.

Fleet Rarity

Surviving airworthy Ka-26s are rare today, with most preserved in museums.

Record Flights

The Ka-26 did not set aerodynamic records but was notable for its wide civil utility role, especially in Soviet bloc agriculture.

Safety & Events

No specific well-known incidents, but its durability in harsh environments became legendary.

Future Outlook

This airframe is retired and preserved in a museum.

Specifications

2 × Vedeneyev M-14V-26 radial piston engines

Engine

Not applicable (rotor diameter: 13.00 m)

Wingspan

7.75 m

Length

400 km

Range

135 km/h

Speed

Up to 9 passengers or 970 kg cargo

Capacity

3,250 kg

MTOW

4.00 m

Height

Each engine 325 hp (242 kW) (piston, not jet thrust)

Thrust

ICAO standard not applicable (1960s piston helicopter, generally considered noisy)

Noise