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H145
The unrivalled performer
With 2,150+ aircraft delivered to operators worldwide and over 8,5 million flight hours accumulated, the H145 is a proven four-tonne-class twin-engine helicopter delivering exceptional mission versatility from emergency medical services to law enforcement, offshore transport, and passenger aviation.
The H145's compact footprint enables operations in confined areas whilst maintaining spacious cabin volume for personnel and equipment, making it the aircraft of choice for high-altitude and hot operating environments where performance is critical. Operating worldwide from Hong Kong's urban helipads to alpine rescue bases across Europe and offshore platforms in the Americas, the H145 combines agility with versatility for demanding civil operations.
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Norwegian Air Ambulance's Airbus H145
Flexible and proven
With over 400 interchangeable equipment options and a versatile cabin, the H145 is a premier multi-purpose helicopter optimised for EMS, law enforcement, private aviation, and offshore operations.
The five-bladed version, introduced in 2020, significantly boosts capabilities with a 150 kg increase in useful load. It now leads its class with a 50% useful load-to-weight ratio. Additionally, its reduced "D-value" footprint allows for landings in confined spaces, making it the ideal choice for high-stakes public service and emergency missions.
Missions Technical description
241 km/h
Cruise speed
50%
Useful load ratio
8.5 M
Flight hours (H145 Family)
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Impressive performance and built-in safety
The H145 offers exceptional performance thanks to its two Safran Arriel 2E power plants, each managed by a dual full-authority digital engine control (FADEC), along with the helicopter’s upgraded main and tail rotor systems. This guarantees an unprecedented level of performance in all engines operative (AEO) operations and vital power reserves in one engine inoperative (OEI) scenarios.
The H145 is the only rotorcraft of its range to take off and land at 20,000 ft – a distinction confirmed in September 2019 with a flight over Aconcagua in the Andes Mountain range (22,840 ft) – where the H145 demonstrated its incomparable power reserve at high altitude.
Twin-engine reliability is complemented by a fully separated fuel supply system, a duplex hydraulic system, dual electrical system and redundant lubrication for the main transmission.
The H145 also is equipped with a wireless airborne communication server (wACS), allowing wireless data exchange with a ground station in the most secure way ever developed. The enabled data collection, exchange and analysis that are associated open a limitless world of improvement in the field of maintenance and flight management, further supported by the development of Airbus connected services.
As a further evolution of the BK117 family, the H145 incorporates the latest technologies, such as the advanced cockpit design with the most modern human machine interface (HMI), state-of-the-art Helionix® avionics suite and a Fenestron® anti-torque device as the tail rotor.
Airbus’ Helionix avionics suite offers undisputed superiority in flight envelope protection, pilot assistance, and data transfer efficiency. It enhances situational awareness by integrating innovative alerting and self-monitoring systems to provide unprecedented levels of flight safety.
Additionally, the H145 is equipped with an advanced dual-duplex, 4-axis autopilot specifically designed for helicopters. This offers:
High flight stability and precision
Unique flight envelope
Over-limit protection
Automated takeoff
Fully-coupled approaches to hover
The H145’s shrouded Fenestron® technology brings benefits such as improved flight and ground safety to customers, as well as enhanced anti-torque control efficiency, reduced power demand in forward flight, and lower sound and vibration levels.
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H145 in flight
A maintenance-friendly helicopter
Customers benefit from simplified maintenance with the new advanced bearingless main rotor, which has fewer parts.
The simplified rotor system and airframe components, together with an enhanced main gear box, enable low maintenance costs and high in-service-time. The engines also significantly contribute to the reduced maintenance costs through high TBO (time between overhaul) and an evolved maintenance concept with usage monitoring, which increases engine availability.
The optional health monitoring system with usage monitoring system (HUMS) keeps track of the engine’s health in accordance with usage conditions, resulting in further availability and enhanced, cost-effective maintenance.
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Leading the market
Rapid support
With fast take-off and precise landing, the H145 is able to respond quickly to vital missions.
Best-in-class economics
The H145 has the lowest fuel consumption and cost of operations among direct competitors.
Urban and protected environment operations
The H145 is also the quietest in its class, is 50% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) certified, aiming for 100% by 2030, and with its compact design and low downwash, it can operate in densely populated areas or protected environments.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
H145
What is the Airbus H145 used for?
The Airbus H145 is a twin-engine light utility helicopter designed for emergency medical services (EMS), law enforcement, search and rescue (SAR), passenger transport, offshore operations, and corporate transport. With over 2,150 delivered and 8,5 million flight hours accumulated, it is one of the most versatile helicopters in its class.
How many passengers can the H145 carry?
The H145 can accommodate up to 10 passengers in a high-density configuration, or 8 passengers in a standard transport layout. For EMS operations, it carries two stretchers plus up to three medical crew. Law enforcement configurations support up to 9 SWAT team members or 10 troops.
What is the H145's range and endurance?
The H145 has a range of approximately 650 km (351 nm) with standard fuel tanks. Maximum endurance is 3 hours 34 minutes. The helicopter's compact design and fuel efficiency make it ideal for urban and regional missions.
Can the H145 be flown single-pilot?
Yes. The H145 is certified for single-pilot operations under both VFR (visual flight rules) and IFR (instrument flight rules) conditions. The advanced Helionix avionics suite with 4-axis autopilot, coupled approaches, and flight envelope protection reduces pilot workload significantly.
What engine powers the H145?
The H145 is powered by two Safran Arriel 2E turboshaft engines, each managed by dual-channel full authority digital engine control (FADEC). The engines deliver exceptional performance in hot-and-high conditions and contribute to low maintenance costs through a 5,000-hour time between overhaul (TBO).
How reliable is the H145?
The H145 has accumulated over 8,5 million flight hours across 350+ operators in ~70 countries. It maintains an average availability rate of over 95%, with simplified maintenance enabled by the bearingless main rotor system. The helicopter has proven its reliability in demanding HEMS, law enforcement, and offshore operations worldwide.
What is the five-bladed H145 upgrade?
The five-bladed H145, introduced in 2020, features a new bearingless main rotor that increases useful load by 150 kg compared to the four-bladed version. This gives the H145 the best useful load to maximum takeoff weight ratio (50%).
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