 Russia presented its newest helicopter. For the first time, Russia presented the modern MI-171A3 military transport helicopter, intended for long flights over the sea at the IDEX 2023 Arms exhibition held in Abu Dhabi. This was reported by Rostec's company. It was reported that this is a helicopter modification that meets the IOGP standards of the International Association of Oil and Gas Producers, which is responsible for the safety of flights in the energy sector. It should be noted that at the exhibition, which will last until February the 24th, Rostec's company presented about 150 modern high-precision firearms, armoured vehicles, airplanes and helicopters. Designed for offshore transport missions, the MI-171A3 includes a new airframe which integrates a crash-resistant fuel system into the cargo bay floor. It also features modernised avionics, which have been upgraded for offshore operations and flights in the Arctic. MI-171A3 has unique transport capabilities in its class. The maximum takeoff weight is 13,000 kilograms. It can carry up to 24 people and the maximum flight range is 1,000 kilometers. The helicopter is intended for all weather operations in a wide range of climatic conditions, including maritime, tropical and cold climate, with ambient temperatures ranging between 50 Celsius to plus 50 Celsius. The avionics of the MI-171A3 provides automated and manual control of the helicopter at all stages of flight from takeoff to landing and automatic piloting for both air routes and non-regulatory airspace regardless of the degree of ground-based radio navigation.