KEPPLAIR 72 by Kepplair
An ATR 72 equipped with an innovative dropping system to make it an effective, efficient and eco-responsible water bomber.
KEPPLAIR 72 by Kepplair
For the past 12 years, Kepplair Evolution and its directors have been committed to creating a genuine tool for responding to environmental and humanitarian crises, defending forests and plant areas affected by fires, and helping with medical evacuations. The Kepplair 72 ‘Forest Keeper’ is the second spearhead of this commitment after Kyos. The idea is simple but ambitious: to help as many countries as possible to reduce the amount of land burnt as much as possible, while minimising the cost of aerial fire-fighting in natural areas and optimising the possible uses of aircraft.
kepplair 72 the forest keeper
Based on an ATR 72
efficiency
The KE 72 is a multi-role water bomber designed for rapid, effective intervention, with a capacity of 7,500 liters of water or retardant. It offers two release modes:
- Continuous flow to establish retardant barriers.
- Blast effect for fast releases, with complete dumping in less than 1.2 seconds.
Versatile, the Kepplair 72 can also be configured in cargo mode (75m³ for 8.5 tons of freight) or in medevac configuration, enabling 2 to 6 casualties to be transported in complete safety, with a secure ventilation and electrical system.
Kepplair Evolution provides complete control of the industrial chain, guaranteeing quality and performance.
pragmatism
The Kepplair 72 has the flying characteristics of the aircraft to which it is adapted. Its flying characteristics make it ideal for precision missions:
- Low-speed evolution possible while retaining great manoeuvrability,
- Low-flying capability for precise targeting,
- High rotation speed (up to 590 km/h),
- Extended range for easy access to many airports.
efficiency
The Kepplair 72 is distinguished by a cost of ownership among the lowest on the market, with low purchase or leasing costs, easy maintenance offering high availability, and fuel savings of 30% compared with other aircraft in the same range.
Eco-responsibility
In line with its values, Kepplair Evolution is committed to the environment.
The Kepplair 72 is equipped with the cleanest PWT engine in its class, reducing CO₂ emissions by 40% compared with similar aircraft. It is compatible with sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) and is eligible for funding for decarbonised projects.
The Kepplair 72 has a range of more than 4 hours’ flight time under armed aerial surveillance.
Ground optimization
Designed to maximize operational efficiency, the Kepplair 72 offers :
- Take-off time reduced to a maximum of 15 minutes.
- Real-time display of fill level from the outside.
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Cameras to monitor filling operations and enhance staff safety.
controlled delivery times
It all began with a meeting
In June 2012, David Joubert, President of Kepplair EVOLUTION, met Professor Dominique Legendre in his laboratory in Toulouse.
Kepplair Evolution’s European and ethical dimension immediately appealed to the researcher.
Contact
- 231 rue Saint Honoré, 75001 Paris, France
- +33 (0) 6 76 85 40 34
- KE72@kepplair-evolution.com