Space and Aeronautic Engineering Research > Multi Purpose Aviation Laboratory
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A helicopter’s ability to take off and land in confined areas makes it especially suited to Japan’s geography.
However, its application is limited due to high cost and noise issues.
JAXA is promoting research in the fields of disater relief operations, flight safety under all weather conditions, and
noise abatement. Our final goal is to establish a next-generation system that will allow wider use of helicopters
including passenger transport.
JAXA's research helicopter is going to be equipped with various experimental systems to enable flight tests in a
wide range of fields.