Eurocopter EC135

Eurocopter EC135
Country	Multinational
Role	Light utility helicopter
First flight	15 February 1994
Built	1400+

The Eurocopter EC135 (now Airbus Helicopters H135) is a twin-engine civil light utility helicopter produced by Airbus Helicopters (formerly known as Eurocopter)

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General Characteristics (H135 / EC135 T3/P3)

The Eurocopter EC135 (re-branded as the Airbus H135) is a highly successful twin-engine light utility helicopter, known globally for its low noise signature, high safety standards (including full Cat A performance), and versatility. It is widely used for critical missions such as Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS), law enforcement, offshore operations, and pilot training.

Property	Typical Value (EC135 T3/P3)
Role	Light Utility / HEMS / Corporate Transport
Manufacturer	Airbus Helicopters (formerly Eurocopter)
First Flight	February 15, 1994
Crew	1 or 2 pilots
Capacity (Passengers)	Up to 6 or 7 passengers
Main Rotor Diameter	10.20 m (33 ft 6 in)
Max Takeoff Weight (MTOW)	2,980 kg (6,570 lb) (Some variants up to 3,100 kg)

Design and Powerplant

Engines (Customer Choice): Two Turbomeca Arrius 2B2 Plus (T3 variant) OR Two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B3 (P3 variant) turboshaft engines.
Power Output: Approximately 492 kW to 528 kW (660 shp to 708 shp) per engine (dependent on model and power setting).
Tail Rotor: Features the signature Fenestron shrouded tail rotor, which contributes significantly to safety (especially on the ground) and low noise levels.
Avionics: Modern variants feature the Helionix avionics suite with a full glass cockpit, a 4-axis Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS), and simplified engine/flight management (First Limit Indicator – FLI).
Safety Features: Crashworthy fuel system, high-set main rotor, and Category A (full flight envelope One-Engine Inoperative) performance capability.
Cabin Access: Wide, unobstructed cabin with large side-sliding doors and rear clamshell doors, making it ideal for stretcher loading in EMS roles.

Performance and Capabilities

Maximum Speed (Vne): Up to 287 km/h (178 mph, 155 knots).
Cruise Speed: Approximately 254 km/h (158 mph, 137 knots).
Service Ceiling: 6,096 m (20,000 ft).
Maximum Range: Up to 635 km (395 mi, 343 nautical miles).
Endurance: Maximum endurance up to 3 hours 36 minutes.
Rate of Climb: Approximately 7.62 m/s (1,500 ft/min).
Mission Versatility: Highly valued for its performance in “hot and high” conditions and its ability to perform high-safety, single-pilot Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) missions.