The 480 fuselage consists of a welded steel-tube framework with aluminum cover and tailcone.

The pilot controls the aircraft from the left seat, which is unusual for helicopters.

The main rotor and hubs weigh a total of 300 pounds, so there is considerable inertia in the system during a loss of power.

Czech Republic Data from The International Directory of Civil Aircraft, 2003-2004[17]General characteristics Performance

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