Focke-Achgelis Fa 284
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| Fa 284 | |
|---|---|
| General information | |
| Type | Heavy transport helicopter |
| National origin | Nazi Germany |
| Manufacturer | Focke-Achgelis |
| Primary user | Luftwaffe |
| Number built | 0 |
The Focke-Achgelis Fa 284 was a project to develop a large transport helicopter, designed in 1943 by Focke-Achgelis for use by the Luftwaffe. The helicopter was powered by two BMW 801 radial engines, driving transversely-mounted rotors, and was equipped with a large, detachable cargo pod for carrying loads.[1]
The Fa 284 project was abandoned in late 1943, being replaced by a design for an enlarged version of the Fa 223 featuring a four-rotor arrangement; this project was also abandoned.[2]