Airbus H125

Airbus H125

The Airbus H125 (formerly Eurocopter AS350 B3) is a high-performance, single-engine light utility helicopter renowned for its versatility, hot-and-high capabilities, and reliability. Part of the Écureuil (Squirrel) family, it excels in demanding missions like aerial work, tourism, law enforcement, EMS, and firefighting. Over 1,500 H125/AS350 B3 variants have been delivered worldwide, with more than 4,200 in the broader series accumulating 40+ million flight hours.

Stand-out Advantages

  • Unmatched hot-and-high performance – Proven at extremes like Mount Everest landings (29,029 ft record in 2005); ideal for mountain rescue, firefighting, and high-altitude tourism
  • Versatile and rugged – Compact yet spacious cabin (1.38 m / 4.5 ft headroom) with excellent visibility; low operating costs (~$1,200–$1,500/hour)
  • Global production milestone – New Final Assembly Line in India (with Tata) starting 2025, targeting 500 units over 20 years; supported by 2,600+ operators in 137 countries
  • Advanced tech – FADEC engine for effortless power management; low vibration and noise for passenger comfort; easy maintenance with modular design
  • Multi-mission flexibility – Easily converts for sling loads, EMS (stretcher kits), police (FLIR/hoist), or corporate (leather interiors)

Airbus H125 (AS350 B3) – Key Specifications & Features

CategoryDetails
TypeSingle-engine, light utility helicopter (twin-blade main rotor)
Seats1 pilot + 5 passengers (standard); up to 6 in high-density config
Engine1 × Safran Arriel 2D turboshaft (FADEC; 632 kW/847 shp takeoff; 598 kW/802 shp continuous)
Fuel TypeJet A/A1
Maximum Gross Weight2,250 kg (4,960 lb)
Empty Weight (standard)Approx. 1,350 kg (2,976 lb)
Useful LoadApprox. 900 kg (1,984 lb)
Maximum Cruise Speed231 km/h (125 kt / 144 mph)
Never Exceed Speed (Vne)287 km/h (155 kt / 178 mph)
Range (no reserves)543 km (293 nm / 337 sm) with standard fuel; up to 630 km with aux tanks
Hover Ceiling IGE3,700 m (12,139 ft) at max gross weight (ISA)
Service Ceiling6,000 m (19,685 ft)
Fuel Capacity540 L (143 US gal) usable (standard); optional auxiliary tanks
Rotor SystemTwo-bladed Starflex main rotor; two-bladed tail rotor (10.69 m / 35 ft diameter)
Flight ControlsHydraulically boosted; low-vibration Starflex head for smooth handling
Safety Features– Crash-resistant fuel system (CRFS) – Energy-absorbing landing gear – 4-point harnesses – Spheriflex tail rotor (no maintenance for 20 years)
AvionicsStandard: Garmin G500H TXi touchscreen glass cockpit with VEMD (Vehicle & Engine Multifunction Display); optional 3-axis autopilot, synthetic vision
Optional Equipment– Air conditioning – Wire-strike protection kit – Emergency floats – Cargo hook (1,600 kg / 3,527 lb external load) – H125M military variant (armed recon)
Maintenance600-hour/annual inspections; engine TBO 4,000 hours
Purchase Price (2025)New: €3.2M–€3.8M (approx. $3.4M–$4.0M USD, base model); used: $2.5M–$3.5M (depending on year/options)

The H125 remains the world’s best-selling single-engine helicopter, trusted for its simplicity, safety, and capability in the most challenging environments.

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