Hong Kong based Government Flying Service (GFS) has received three H175s in public services configuration, becoming the world’s first operator of this new variant which enlarges the H175 mission capacity to search and rescue (SAR), emergency medical services, law enforcement, firefighting as well as land and maritime border control operations.

Hong Kong based Government Flying Service (GFS) has received three H175s in public services configuration, becoming the world’s first operator of this new variant which enlarges the H175 mission capacity to search and rescue (SAR), emergency medical services, law enforcement, firefighting as well as land and maritime border control operations.

First H175 in public services configuration

Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first VIP version of the H175.

First autonomous flight trials of a VSR700 Optionally Piloted Vehicle (OPV) demonstrator.

The French Defence Minister announced the choice of H160 for France’s Joint Helicopter replacement programme.

Airbus Helicopters selected by Ascent as the Aircraft Service Provider for the UK’s Military Flying Training System.

First flight of the EC155 on March 11, 1998 in Marignane.

The Ecureuil AS350 B3 landed at 8850 meters on the summit of Everest with the pilot Didier Delsalle in 2005.

Refueling of a C130 LOCKHEED in flight by an AS532 A2 on October 24, 2000 in Istres (France).

The Super Frelon winching the H34 in 1967 in Marignane.

The H-34 Bi-Bastan in the sky of Marignane on May 10, 1963.

The Puma with tracks in April 1968

The Guangzhou Public Security Bureau in Guangdong Province, China, has ordered a second H145 for delivery in 2019 to perform public service missions including passenger transport, search and rescue, and traffic surveillance and intervention. In December 2016, the bureau introduced the first fully police-equipped H145 in China, accumulating 500 flight hours in one year and a half. In China today, more than 20 Airbus helicopters are operated by over nine police bureaus, including Guangdong, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Dalian, Wuhan, Shaanxi, Fuzhou, Shenyang and Hong Kong.

A medical team from non-profit organisation Boston MedFlight transports a patient with an H145 helicopter in Eastern Massachusetts. Boston MedFlight has flown Airbus helicopters since the its founding in 1985. Originally created to rapidly transport patients with life threatening illnesses, Boston MedFlight has evolved into a critical care transport system for critically ill and injured patients in the region.

The DGA has awarded a contract to the Naval Group and Airbus Helicopters consortium covering de-risking studies for VSR700.

The H160 wrapped up its customer demos with a last stop in Trenton, New Jersey.

A look back at Voom's first year of operations and how Voom and Airbus are working to shape the future of urban air mobility

Airbus Helicopters: the world's military training helicopter of choice

The Naval Utility helicopter

Designed for the most demanding missions

Airbus Helicopters is one of the participants in the European Clean Sky 2 Programme, developing – with extensive European partnership – a demonstrator for a high-speed rotorcraft known as Racer.

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For the full complement of airborne law enforcement missions – including those performed with city, state or highway police; carried out by customs, border patrol, and coast guard units; and implemented by drug enforcement, SWAT or search teams – Airbus provides the helicopters, capability and special equipment to get the job done – no matter how complex the task.

Going the distance for oil & gas and SAR operators worldwide, the H225 is a dependable and capable part of the customer’s team.

The H135 is known for its endurance, compact build, low sound levels, reliability, versatility and competitive cost.

Make more value out of your H125.

Search and rescue agencies around the world count on the reliability, performance and efficiency of Airbus Helicopters rotorcraft for their critical missions. On call every day, Airbus Helicopters’ light, medium and medium-heavy rotorcraft are ready for search and rescue duties.

When immediate emergency assistance is needed, helicopters are irreplaceable. Airbus offers a range of rotorcraft recognized for speed and reliability, large EMS cabins, low vibration levels, excellent maneuverability, the ability to land anywhere, and low operating costs.

The H175 is setting new standards of safety and comfort and is the most competitive in its class.

From major tourist destinations to the busy airspace over cities, the single-engine H130 (previously known as the EC130 T2) is in widespread use with sightseeing services, charter operators, and law enforcement agencies, among others.

Superior power, advanced mission equipment, small footprint and large cabin size – the H145 is perfectly suited for a multitude of operations.

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The new “turnkey solution” designed for the most demanding operations

Designed for both asymmetric warfare and conventional scenarios with a full range of armament for air-to-air-ground and air-to-air combat, the Tiger HAD has already proven its aerial superiority thanks to its agility and maneuverability. Six missions, easily deployable. Anytime, anywhere.