The Newest Airbus Helicopters Solution For Today's Most Demanding Operations

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EC145 T2
The newest Airbus Helicopters
solution for today’s most
demanding operations
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A V E R S AT I L E
M U LT I - R O L E
HELICOPTER,
WITH DESIGNED-IN MISSION
CAPABILITY AND FLEXIBILITY

The EC145 T2 is the newest 4-ton-class lightweight


twin-engine helicopter in Airbus Helicopters’ product range.
This is a “hot-and-high” evolution of the company’s
multi-purpose EC145/BK117 family, and retains excellent
performance levels throughout the flight envelope – even in
extreme conditions.
With a large roomy cabin, the EC145 T2 can accommodate
up to 12 seats for passengers and one/two pilots.
To date, more than 800 EC145/BK117 helicopters have
been delivered worldwide, logging an accumulated total of
more than three million flight hours.
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> 2 Powerful Arriel 2E Engines, with FADEC (Dual-Channel


Full Authority Digital Engine Control) and engine data recorder
> Upgraded main gear box
> 4-axis autopilot
> State-of- the-art avionics suite: Helionix®, a family concept for Airbus
Helicopters’ modern product line
> Safe & Silent Fenestron® Tail Rotor
> High-set tail boom produced with lightweight composite materials
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One platform:
a full range of missions
The EC145 T2 provides a multitude of possibilities when it comes to deployment capability
due to its power, advanced mission equipment, small footprint and large cabin size.
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From entry-in-service, this helicopter is qualified for single


pilot/dual pilot operation, VFR-capable day and night, IFR,
night vision goggle compatibility, and excellent CAT A
performance levels.

Based on a platform that is recognized as a reference


worldwide, the EC145 T2 is perfectly suited for:
• Emergency medical services (EMS) missions
• Law enforcement/parapublic duties

A further choice of aircraft configurations allows unique


adaptability in a wide range of dedicated applications in:
• Business and commercial aviation
• Aerial work (windmill maintenance, firefighting…)

With its comprehensive state-of-the-art options,


incomparable performance levels and complementary
equipment for “quick role change,” the EC145 T2
is easily reconfigurable for such secondary missions as:
• Search and rescue
• Offshore/oil and gas passenger transport
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A helicopter that accomplishes the


Offshore
Oil & gas passenger transport

• Certified FAR29 for increased safety


• Long-range capability
• Reduced operational costs
• Capacity to transport up to 10 passengers
• Compact size, enabling landing in confined areas

> FULL PROVISIONS OFFERED


AS REQUIRED BY EASA OPS
• Color weather radar system
• Emergency flotation system
• External life raft
• Helicopter emergency egress lighting (HEEL)
• Automatic deployable emergency locator transmitter

EMS
Suitable for primary/secondary missions

> QUICK, EASY AND SAFE LOADING/


UNLOADING OF PATIENTS
• High-set main rotor and Fenestron® shrouded tail rotor
allows operations even with the engines running
• Sliding side doors
• Two large rear clamshell doors

> SPACIOUS, UNOBSTRUCTED CABIN


• Extensive space, providing full body access and greater
comfort for the medical crew
• 1 or 2 stretcher capability with full/partial suite of
medical equipment

> EXTREMELY LOW SOUND LEVELS Law enforcement/parapublic


• Can operate in and around hospitals and urban areas
with little disturbance
Versatile and “quick role change” capability

> POLICE CONFIGURATION


The night vision goggle-compatible arrangement is
equipped with:
• A powerful searchlight
• An external hoist
• Capability for external roping, with two persons
simultaneously on each side

> ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT AND PACKAGES


• Electro-optical system fitted with searchlight-slaving mode
• Digital video recorder
• Video downlink
• Operator workstation in the cabin
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job, no matter what the mission

Business and commercial aviation


Maximum comfort and optimum
working conditions

• Easy cabin access


• Spacious and stylish interior with outstanding external
visibility
• A wide variety of seating arrangements
• Substantial room for baggage

> NEW “STYLENCE” INTERIOR DESIGN


• Highly effective soundproofing
• Automatically-controlled air-conditioning system
• Further reductions in vibration levels

Search and rescue


Suitable for both onshore and offshore missions

• Long-range capability
• Large cabin size
• New glass cockpit with innovative human-machine
interface to reduce crew workload
• SAR-dedicated equipment
- High-definition forward-looking infrared sensor
- Search radar
- Digital moving map
- Left- or/and right-hand hoist installation capability
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Unrivalled performance

> NEWLY-DESIGNED ENGINES > A STATE-OF-THE-ART 4-AXIS AUTOPILOT


The EC145 T2 is equipped with two modern and powerful The EC145 T2 fully benefits from Airbus Helicopters’ unique
Turbomeca Arriel 2E engines, each controlled by a fully experience in autopilot systems, and is equipped with the
redundant dual channel Full Authority Digital Engine Control most advanced dual-duplex, 4-axis Automatic Flight Control
(FADEC). System (AFCS) specifically designed for helicopters. It offers
unparalleled pilot assistance with automatic modes
They provide outstanding performance in all engine operative integrated in the AFCS:
(AEO) operations, along with vital power reserves in one engine
inoperative (OEI) scenarios. Includes an OEI training mode. • High flight stability and precision from 0 kts up to VNE
(Velocity Never Exceed)
In compliance with EASA-OPS regulations, the EC145 T2 • Airbus Helicopters’ unique flight envelope and over-limit
allows Cat A operations up to Class 1 performance levels protection
at full maximum takeoff weight (ISA + 20°C, from Sea level • Automated takeoff and fully-coupled approaches
up to 5,500 ft PA). (ILS or LPV) down to hover
• Automatic management of engine failure during cruise,
take-off and hover

> UPGRADED MAIN GEAR BOX


The EC145 T2’s main gear box has been enhanced
to handle higher loads, and is certified for a 30-minute
dry-run capability.
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A new level of safety

The EC145 T2 is certified according to the latest FAR Part > 360° SAFE APPROACHABILITY
29 airworthiness standards, setting the bar even higher • High-set main rotor (3.10 meters)
when it comes to in-flight and on-ground safety features. • High-set tail boom (1.90 meters)
• Fenestron® shrouded tail rotor with high damage tolerance
With an advanced glass cockpit and avionics suite, as well
as a distinct combination of innovative and proven > ENHANCED SITUATION AWARENESS INTEGRATING
technologies, the EC145 T2 reduces pilot workload and • Digital moving map
provides the highest possible safety levels: • Helicopter terrain awareness and warning system
(H TAWS)
• Two fully-interchangeable (6 x 8-inch) multifunction displays • Synthetic vision system and Electronic Flight Bag
and a third 100% dedicated to Flight and Navigation systems • Traffic advisory system
- for safety purposes. Each screen has autonomous
computation > CRASHWORTHINESS AND SURVIVABILITY
• One central Vehicle Monitoring System providing engine • Energy-absorbing fuselage and seats
and vehicle data • Crash-resistant fuel cells
• A color-coded warning and information concept • Energy-absorbing skid landing gear
• A first limit indicator (FLI) to facilitate engine and • Duplex hydraulic system
torque monitoring • Dual electric system
• One integrated electronic standby instrument (IESI) • Redundant lubrication for the main transmission
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A “maintenance-friendly”
helicopter designed
to reduce operating costs
Building on Airbus Helicopters’ extensive experience gained The optional helicopter usage monitoring system (HUMS)
with the BK117/EC145 helicopter family, the EC145 T2’s keeps track of the engine’s health in accordance with usage
maintenance procedures optimize the intervals between conditions, resulting in further availability and enhanced
periodical inspections, providing for increased availability cost-effective maintenance.
and reduced operating costs.

Environmentally
friendly
Equipped with the Fenestron®
shrouded tail rotor – which
significantly reduces noise levels
– the EC145 T2 is the quietest
helicopter in its class.
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New standards of comfort


Designed for those who demand the best, the EC145 T2’s
business aviation configuration unites superior taste and
advanced technology for an unparalleled passenger
experience.

Passengers board easily via large sliding doors. Once inside


the sleek and stylish interior, they can make the most of the
uninterrupted view offered.

The exceptionally roomy cabin allows for a variety of seating


arrangements while leaving ample space for a substantial
volume of luggage, to be easily loaded through the rear
clamshell doors.
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Characteristics
CABIN & CARGO COMPARTMENT
Floor area 50,77 ft² 4,72 m²
Volume 213,15 ft³ 6,04 m³

ENGINE: 2 TURBOMECA ARRIEL 2E TURBOSHAFT


Take-off power (TOP) 894 shp 907 ch 667 kW
Maximum continuous power (MCP) 771 shp 782 ch 575 kW
One engine inoperative (OEI), 30 sec power 1,072 shp 1,088 ch 800 kW
One engine inoperative (OEI), 2 min power 1,038 shp 1,054 ch 775 kW
Note: Thermodynamic limits per engine at SL, ISA

WEIGHT
Maximum takeoff weight 8,047 lb 3,650 kg
Empty weight, wet (baseline aircraft definition) 4,231 lb 1,919 kg
Useful load (baseline aircraft definition) * 3,816 lb 1,731 kg
Payload and/or fuel 3,640 lb 1,651 kg
Sling load (single hook) 3,307 lb 1,500 kg

SINGLE-ENGINE PERFORMANCE (OEI)


Max. Gross Weight
HOGE (OEI 2 min-power), SL, ISA 6,614 lb 3,000 kg
HOGE (OEI 2 min-power), SL, ISA +20°C 6,537 lb 2,965 kg
CAT A, VTOL, SL, ISA 8,047 lb 3,650 kg
CAT A, VTOL, SL, ISA +20°C 8,047 lb 3,650 kg

TWO-ENGINE PERFORMANCE (AEO)


Gross weight 8,047 lb 3,650 kg
Maximum speed VNE 145 kts 268 km/h
Recommended cruising speed 132 kts 244 km/h
Hover ceiling IGE (TOP), (4 ft AGL), ISA 12,900 ft 3,932 m
Hover ceiling IGE (TOP), (4 ft AGL), ISA+20 10,300 ft 3,139 m
Hover ceiling OGE (TOP), ISA 9,700 ft 2,957 m
Hover ceiling OGE (TOP), ISA+20 8,050 ft 2,454 m
Range at recommended cruise speed (no reserve) with standard fuel tank 351 NM 650 km
Endurance at 70 KIAS (no reserve) with standard fuel tank 3h33min
The data provided is being validated. Final confirmation of the data after completion of the flight test program.
* Approximately 30kg more useful load than a comparable EC145 configuration.
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Contact
For more information please contact
sales-promotion@eurocopter.com

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France - 2014 - All rights reserved, Airbus
Helicopters’ logo and the names of its products
and services are registered trademarks.
Airbus Helicopters reserves the right to make
configuration and data changes at any time
without notice. The facts and figures contained in
this document and expressed in good faith do not
constitute any offer or contract with Airbus
Helicopters.
Concept design by MicroMega
Photos by ©Charles Abarr
- ©Olivier Balmain - ©Laurie Gilbert
- ©Airbus Helicopters / Patrick Penna
- ©Airbus Helicopters / Jérôme Deulin.
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