NASA placed an order for three Airbus H135 helicopters in January 2020, to be operated out of Florida’s Kennedy Space Center for a variety of missions

The H225 helicopter that brought NASA astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley to dry land after a splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico is operated by Texas-based Air Center Helicopters, Inc. (ACHI)

Airbus’ H225 helicopter – which transported two NASA astronauts after their return from the International Space Station – is the choice of both commercial operators and governmental agencies for its long range and all-weather search and rescue (SAR) capabilities

NASA astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley were transported aboard an Airbus H225 helicopter after their 18-hour flight from the International Space Station inside a SpaceX Crew Dragon Capsule, which landed in the Gulf of Mexico

Airbus Helicopters’ multi-role twin engine H160 has been granted its type certificate by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), marking a new chapter for the programme.

SAREX (search and rescue exercise) has now established itself as the benchmark for rescue training in the US.

The Texas DPS has a veritable eye in the sky providing visibility for ground patrols.

Texas DPS provides aviation resources for anything ground support might need: pursuit, missing persons, SAR, photography of crime scenes, criminal surveillance

The SAREX (search and rescue exercise) conducted by more than 20 different agencies, and has now established itself as the benchmark for rescue training in the US.

The SAREX (search and rescue exercise) conducted by more than 20 different agencies, and has now established itself as the benchmark for rescue training in the US.

The H125 is a firm favourite of the Aircraft Operations Division of the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), which has 14 of these helicopters to protect civilians from the air.

More than 40 operators already equipped with the FastFin system around the world are using it for aerial work with the H125

Designed as a multi-role helicopter able to perform a wide range of missions such as offshore transportation, emergency medical services, private and business aviation, and public services, the H160 integrates Airbus Helicopters’ latest technological innovations.

Airbus Helicopters has over 50 years of presence in Asia Pacific, with a strong customer centre network in countries including Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore (serving 15 territories in Southeast Asia) South Korea and Thailand.

As we celebrate 50 years of service, expertise and a superior customer experience, we want to highlight some of our employees who have helped get us to where we are today. Meet one of our employees to be profiled - Carolyn Russell.

H135 5 Million Flight Hours

As we celebrate 50 years of service, expertise and a superior customer experience, we want to highlight some of our employees who have helped get us to where we are today. Meet one of our employees to be profiled - Vince Mascia.

H160: A new perception

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

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.

A key feature of the H145M is the wide range of available optional mission equipment packages that can be rapidly installed and removed, based on the requirements of the mission.