H175 missions

In public services operations, the H175 is a high performer, offering the greatest endurance (more than five hours), longest range, and highest cruise speed in its class, with a standard fuel tank capacity of more than two tonnes. 

Its highly-capable automatic flight control system – which evolved from the proven automatic flight control system (AFCS) on Airbus’ H225 – offers exceptional hovering precision and stability. 

With more than 30 certified cabin layouts with easy role change, the H175 can perform missions such as law enforcement, border patrol, search and rescue (SAR), emergency medical services (EMS), as well as firefighting, government and VIP transport and utility operations.

• Search and rescue 
  The H175 can be configured with a SAR operator’s console, cabin-mounted medical equipment, an external winch, oversized bubble observer windows to assist the search process, and a search and weather radar, among other equipment. A side-mounted searchlight, along with up to six under-fuselage lights, provide area illumination, which are completed by main- and tail-rotor lighting for use when manoeuvring near obstacles.
• Law enforcement
  For law enforcement missions, the H175 is ready for both day and night operations with night vision goggle (NVG) capability, searchlight, and forward-looking infrared imaging. Its large cabin is suited to a variety of missions, while large doors facilitate easy egress. Fast-roping and rappelling on both sides of the aircraft and a chin-mounted electro-optical system offer additional operational advantages.
• Emergency medical services (EMS)
  Long-distance inter-hospital transfer flights are well within the H175’s EMS capabilities. A Class 1 high-speed double hoist aids in the critical pick-up of patients, while the spacious four-metre-long cabin with a full flat floor facilitates the use of stretchers. Flexible cabin arrangements include a cabin-cockpit separation curtain and a medical wall, while direct access to the large rear cargo compartment aids rescue operations. A Sea State 6- certified emergency floatation system and a drip tray give added protection during water rescues. The night vision-compatible cockpit allows for after-dark operations.