Feb 2, 2021 · Russian company Klimov, part of Rostec, has started testing the first VK-650V
prototype for the Ka-226T and Ansat-U light helicopters which are currently powered by foreign turbine engines
Jan 4, 2021 · Russian Klimov company unveiled demonstrator of the new VK-650V 650hp turboshaft engine developed to replace the Safran Arrius 2 in use by the Ka-226T helicopter. Certification scheduled for 2024 and expected to be used also by Ansat-U and VTR-500
