H125/ACH125

Description

The H125, previously called the AS350 B3e, is a top-performing single-engine helicopter. It's known for its versatility, low maintenance needs, and affordable cost. It excels in challenging environments. As part of the Airbus Ecureuil family, it has a history of 38 million flight hours worldwide. With a long history, the H125 is a member of the Ecureuil family. Over 7,000 Ecureuil helicopters (AS350, AS355, AS550, AS555, H125, H125M, EC130, H130) have been delivered to more than 2,500 operators in 133 countries. These helicopters have flown a combined 38 million hours. The H125 has been a leader in its class for 30 years. Currently, about 4,100 of these helicopters are in use worldwide, with over 1,300 being the H125/AS350 B3e versions. They are often used for high-performance missions in hot and high-altitude conditions. The H125 series has set world records. In 2005, the AS350 B3 set a record for the highest-altitude landing and takeoff on Mount Everest at 8,848 meters (29,029 feet), a record that still stands. In May 2013, the AS350 B3 performed the highest long-line rescue operation on Lhotse, the world's fourth-highest mountain in the Himalayas, at 7,800 meters (25,590 feet).