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H135
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2018
Technical Data
Contents
1 Foreword...................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 Baseline Aircraft Highlights and Main Improvements ........................................................................... 6
2 General Characteristics............................................................................................................................ 19
2.1 Cockpit and Cabin Layouts ................................................................................................................ 19
2.2 Weight................................................................................................................................................. 19
2.3 Power Ratings..................................................................................................................................... 19
2.4 Fuel Capacities ................................................................................................................................... 20
2.5 External Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 21
2.6 Internal Dimensions ............................................................................................................................ 22
2.7 External Sound Levels ........................................................................................................................ 22
2.8 Touch Down Forces............................................................................................................................ 23
3 Baseline Aircraft Definition...................................................................................................................... 25
4 Mission Configurations ............................................................................................................................ 27
4.1 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Mission ..................................................................................... 28
4.2 Law Enforcement Mission................................................................................................................... 37
4.3 Offshore Transportation Mission......................................................................................................... 45
4.4 Aerial Work Mission ............................................................................................................................ 52
5 Further Equipment Information ............................................................................................................... 59
5.1 General Available Equipment ............................................................................................................. 59
5.2 Avionics Layout................................................................................................................................... 66
5.3 Antenna Layout................................................................................................................................... 68
5.4 NVG friendly & NVIS Certification....................................................................................................... 69
5.5 Disclaimers ......................................................................................................................................... 70
6 Main Performance..................................................................................................................................... 71
6.1 Performance Summary Tables ........................................................................................................... 71
6.2 Operating Limitations .......................................................................................................................... 83
6.3 Performance Charts............................................................................................................................ 84
7 Service and Support Information ............................................................................................................ 97
7.1 Assets ................................................................................................................................................. 97
7.2 H135 Inspection Programs ................................................................................................................. 97
7.3 Main Components Limitations............................................................................................................. 99
7.4 HCare - Material Management ......................................................................................................... 101
7.5 Engine Service and Support Programs............................................................................................. 104
7.6 HCare - Helicopter Maintenance....................................................................................................... 107
7.7 HCare - Technical Support ............................................................................................................... 108
7.8 HCare - Training & Flight Ops........................................................................................................... 110
7.9 Flight Operations Services................................................................................................................ 112
7.10 HCare - Connected Services .......................................................................................................... 113
8 Abbreviations .......................................................................................................................................... 115
Preliminary Data
The data provided in this document is under validation. Final confirmation of the data after finalization of flight
test program.
1 Foreword
The H135 equipped with Helionix® is Airbus‘® light twin-engine multi-purpose helicopter in the 3 ton
class, with up to 8 seats for pilots and passengers. The H135 delivers exceptional power reserves
including full class 1 & class 2 performances, enhanced safety margins, best-in-class payload and the
industry benchmark for control response and precision flying thanks to the hinge and bearing less main
rotor system. All composite main rotor blades, with an advanced tip geometry design, in combination
with the Fenestron® anti-torque system make the H135 the quietest helicopter in its class, with certified
sound levels well below the ultra-stringent ICAO limit. The built-in Anti Resonance Isolation System
(ARIS) reduces rotor-induced vibrations and enhances flying comfort to a maximum.
The H135 combines Airbus latest Helionix technologies, including an advanced cockpit design with the
most modern Human Machine Interface (HMI). The innovative Helionix avionics system has an open
architecture and modular design with very high redundancy (dual duplex) incorporating embedded
functions as well as the capability for further integration of mission functions. The most significant
embedded function is the 4-axis dual duplex AFCS which is a further evolution of the H225 autopilot.
The functionalities, level of safety and the mission capability enhancements offered by this autopilot
are currently the benchmark in the helicopter industry.
The H135 is certified to the latest CS 27/FAR 27 crashworthiness standards, including energy
absorbing fuselage, seats and crash resistant fuel cells. The safety of twin engine performance is
complemented with redundancy incorporated in the hydraulics, electrics, main transmission oil cooling
and lubrication systems. In addition, the H135 features the best cockpit field of view and unmatched
HMI, granting the lowest pilot workload and therefore minimizing pilot fatigue and increasing mission
capability.
The H135 can be powered by either Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 2B2plus or Pratt & Whitney
Canada PW206B3 engines - both are FADEC controlled and provide efficient fuel burn characteristics.
These powerful and reliable engines, combined with the improved dynamic lifting system components,
provide outstanding performance and vital power reserves especially in One Engine Inoperative (OEI)
scenarios and in all flight regimes including demanding High & Hot conditions.
A main rotor design, which does not require a main rotor head and associated components, contributes
to the highest safety standards, the lowest maintenance costs and an outstanding control response for
precision flying. The extensive fleet experience and high level of product maturity has enabled the
H135's maintenance scheme to be 'trimmed to perfection' delivering H135 operators with high intervals
for the scheduled inspections, excellent maintainability, high TBO times, outstanding reliability and
availability. To optimize aircraft availability even further, the Continuous Maintenance Program (CMP)
allows customers to perform the scheduled inspections easily, step by step at any time the aircraft is
not operationally required, for example in evenings or during periods of poor weather. The enormous
flexibility offered by the CMP results in the maximum of aircraft operational availability.
The exceptional payload of the H135 is the result of modern technology fabrication in conjunction with
an extensive use of composite materials. The high degree of composite usage in the fuselage does not
only result in a low empty weight but it also provides a high degree of safety and resistance against
corrosive operating environments.
For training purposes, an OEI training mode is integrated in the basic aircraft which provides, by
simulation, a very realistic single engine emergency procedures training environment while maintaining
optimum safety for the crew and aircraft.
A wide range of quickly interchangeable optional equipment is available for the H135 and with the most
versatile cabin layout the H135 is readily able to operate in different mission configurations, including
EMS, Law Enforcement, Aerial Work, Offshore Transportation, Training and other specialized
applications.
The H135 offers a spacious cabin, featuring:
• Excellent outside visibility for pilots and passengers
• Unrivalled side loading (no door posts) and rear loading capability (even with rotors turning)
• Cabin area with unobstructed flat floor and integrated seat / mounting rails
The Helionix avionics system installed in the H135 is born from the latest generation of Airbus avionics
family, integrated also in the H145®, H160® and H175®, designed to provide enhanced safety and
mission capability along with simplified maintainability. Helionix benefits from the long experience
accumulated by Airbus in the development of innovative avionics. The H135 Helionix installation
includes a glass cockpit with a highly efficient HMI designed to reduce the pilot workload and increase
the flight safety while enabling more concentration on the mission at hand.
The Helionix Flight Display Subsystem (FDS) is composed of smart Multifunction Displays (MFD)
providing state-of-the-art quality and precise imaging of flight parameters. The Active Matrix Liquid
Crystal Displays (AMLCD) feature perfect readability from any angle and in any light condition. The
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Technical Data
pilot display offers all the flight, navigation and vehicle relevant data while the remaining displays are
configurable for flight, vehicle or mission data, and offer an exceptional display platform for mission
equipment including for example, Moving map and High Definition (HD) Electro Optical Systems.
Maintenance crews will benefit from the new concept for enhanced maintainability with user-friendly
software management, failure codes recording and trouble-shooting algorithm.
With Helionix, the flight crew will experience:
• Enhanced pilot assistance provided by the most advanced 4-axis digital AFCS including innovative
upper modes which expand the aircraft capabilities for both day and night missions, particularly in
low visibility conditions and over water. For example, in the SAR environment.
• Best in class SBAS navigation to execute fully coupled 4-axis AFCS LPV and LNAV/VNAV
approaches up to and including 10° glide path angle at speeds down to 30 KIAS.
• Enhanced situation awareness with integrated optional equipment such as Automatic Dependent
Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) out, Moving map, Helicopter Terrain Awareness and Warning
System (H-TAWS) and Synthetic Vision System (SVS).
• Reduced pilot workload with innovative crew alerting concept including the one hundred feet AGL
alert (required by EASA OPS) and on demand Vehicle Management Subsystem (VMS).
• Reduced pilot workload by intuitive determination of AEO and OEI power available by combining the
power limit & FLI in one indication.
• Reduced pilot workload with an intuitive Human Machine Interface (HMI).
• Unrivalled level of redundancy resulting from all functions embedded in each MFD, dual duplex
aircraft management computers and 2 Attitude and Heading Reference Systems (in IFR
configuration), plus an Integrated Electronic Stand-by Instrument (IESI).
• Full Usage Monitoring System (UMS) included in the basic Helionix package. Health monitoring
option is available to provide HUMS®.
The unique color coding, warning and information concept helps the pilot(s) to identify vital information
instantaneously while suppressing presentation of non-relevant parameters. Additionally, the H135's
unique First Limit Indicator (FLI) considerably simplifies engine and torque monitoring. The pilot(s)
workload is minimized and thus allowing more attention to be safely dedicated to the mission at hand.
Airbus has built and delivered H135/H135M helicopters since 1996. More than 1,250 aircraft are in
service worldwide. The total flight hours accumulated at the end of August 2017 were approximately
4,440,000 Fh. The fleet leading aircraft has accumulated approximately 15,000 Fh.
Maintenance Reduction
Benefitting from the experience of more than 1,250 aircraft in service and over 4.4 million flight hours,
Airbus has further streamlined the H135 maintenance requirements to ensure lowest Direct
Maintenance Costs (DMC) and lowest Direct Operating Costs (DOC) in the light twin helicopter class
without compromising safety. Thanks to the extensive experience in close collaboration with Airbus
customers overhaul times and/or Service Life Limits (SLL) of the following components were
increased:
By streamlining the scheduled inspection tasks also the required mean man hours could be reduced:
Pratt & Whitney Canada has extended the previous 800 Fh inspection to 1,000 Fh for the PW206B3
engine, thus now aligning with the airframe inspection interval schedule.
Fleet Keeper®
Fleet Keeper is a user-friendly electronic Technical LogBook (TLB) application, completely replacing
the paper TLB and improving the process by delivering a cockpit view of customers' fleet status. It
enables real-time data exchange between pilots, line mechanics and airworthiness managers.
Fleet Keeper is a secured cloud-based solution in combination with a user-friendly web and mobile
application. It handles pilot tasks like pre- and post-flight checks, recording of flight data and events as
well as line maintenance and airworthiness duties, including management of line maintenance, events
and discrepancies or electronic signatures.
Data download from Fleet Keeper enables easy and quick transfer into Maintenance Information
Systems (e.g. CAMO tools). It is compatible with all Airbus helicopter models, as well as those of other
manufacturers.
Fleet Keeper is a deployable tool ready to replace operators' paper technical logbooks, by meeting
EASA M.A.306 & FAA Part 135 regulations.
Flight Planner®
Flight Planner is Airbus' comprehensive application for helicopter portable Electronic Flight Bag (EFB).
This software, running on mobile devices, is dedicated to flight crews, and is fully adapted for an
efficient mission preparation. The all-in-one application provides useful features reducing significantly
crew workload such as:
• Interactive flight & mission planning with feasibility check,
• Helicopter performance and weight & balance calculation,
• Maps and terrain display, navigation data, airport charts,
• Electronic documents display (eTechPub…),
• Weather and NOTAM access and consultation.
Optimized aerodynamic
Airbus developed new, optimized aerodynamic elements for H135 granting optimal mission capability.
More in detail:
• The vertical fin is extended in its upper section to extend the envelope of the autopilot
• The oil cooler cowling and the engine exhaust pipes are tailored to the specific characteristics of
each engine, with shorter shapes for Safran Helicopter Engines and extended geometries for Pratt
& Whitney Canada engines
Figure 1.6: Example of H135 equipped with Pratt & Whitney Canada engines
EMS floor
The EMS floor is a lightweight, ruggedized floor that is available as optional equipment and replaces
the standard cabin floor. The airline-style rail location is optimized for EMS missions in terms of cabin
arrangement and access to the patient. Beside the standard rails, e.g. for stretcher installation, it
provides also 12" track rails to enable the installation of 12" medical seats without requiring additional
seat adapters. The floor has a fully flat, hard anodized surface, which improves the corrosion and
scratch resistance and the cleaning and disinfection capability. Anti-slip-stripes are integrated in the
forward cabin part. The main floor is machined out of one piece of rigid aluminum alloy. Reinforced,
machined solid side channel covers allow maintenance access without removing the floor. An
enhanced floor sealing concept avoids moisture ingress to the helicopter structure. A bumper edge at
the aft end protects the H/C structure against damaging while loading from the aft.
The EMS floor is designed for primary stretcher installation on the LH side.
Bucher Leichtbau is the first EMS supplier offering an EMS kit adapted to the new EMS floor and
benefitting from considerable weight savings.
Figure 1.8: EMS floor for primary stretcher installation on LH side - typical
Professional Ground Station (PGS) Vision System and Helicopter Flight Data
Monitoring (HFDM)
Modular ground tools are available, enabling download of helicopter data and their visualization and
analysis on ground:
External cameras
External cameras can be mounted on the helicopter, e.g. to monitor external loads or helicopter loading
observation by the crew or to support identification of obstacles behind the helicopter.
The color camera provides a picture with a horizontal and vertical field of view of approx. 70° x 120°,
which can be indicated on the center and/or LH MFD in the cockpit.
Two different camera installations are offered:
• External multi-purpose camera on tail boom
The camera is installed at the lower rear cover of tail boom vertical fin and features observation of
the cargo hook, hoist or rope down missions and helicopter rear loading. The camera angle is pre-
adjusted by means of three adjustment screws.
• External rear-view camera on landing gear
The camera is installed at the RH aft landing gear cross tube and features observation of the area
behind the helicopter which may be beneficial for rearward takeoffs.
Offshore
The H135 offers several options to increase safety and reliability during offshore missions, or to comply
with customers' or regulations' requirements. Between others:
• Emergency float system with auto-activation and floatation demonstrated up to sea state 6
• Automatic Deployable Emergency Locator Transmitter (ADELT)
• Emergency Life Raft System (ELRS) certified up to sea state 6 with optionally available survivor
Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT)
• Helicopter Emergency Egress Lighting System (HEELS)
• Search and rescue weather radar RDR-1600 by Telephonics
• Lashing points for ship landings
• Corrosion protection for high corrosive environment
• Main rotor blade folding
Figure 1.11: HEEL installation for crew and sliding doors (typical)
Figure 1.12: Audio Control Unit (ACU) 6100 pilot, copilot or pax (Becker)
Figure 1.14: Example of standard single pilot instrument panel with two MFD
Figure 1.15: Cockpit control panel (left) and hand controller (right)
Figure 1.16: Example of ERS data overlay on real time camera imagery
Figure 1.17: Example of screen split with ERS data overlay on real time camera and on satellite picture
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2 General Characteristics
2.2 Weight
kg lb
• Empty weight, Baseline Aircraft Definitiona 1,563 3,446
• Useful load, Baseline Aircraft Definition 1,417 3,124
• Pilot 85 187
• Payload and / or fuel 1,332 2,937
• Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) 2,980 6,570
• Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) with external load 2,980 6,570
• Maximum taxi weight 3,000 6,614
• Maximum cargo-sling load (single hook) 1,200 2,646
a. Margin ±1.5 %.
Flight phase Certified Sound ICAO Annex 16, Chapter ICAO Annex 16, Chapter
Levels 8.4.1 & FAR 36 H, Stage 2 8.4.2 & FAR 36 H, Stage 3
limits at 2,980 kg limits at 2,980 kg
[EPNdB] [EPNdB] [EPNdB]
Takeoff [EPNL] 86.1 94.8 91.8
Overflight [EPNL] 82.7 93.8 89.8
Approach [EPNL] 90.3 95.8 94.8
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GENERAL
• Energy absorbing fuselage • Skid-type landing gear with skid protectors, capable of
• Tail boom with fixed horizontal stabilizer taking ground-handling wheels
• Vertical fin with faired-in Fenestron • Long boarding steps, LH and RH
• Upper deck with fittings for main gearbox, engines, • Maintenance built-in steps and grips
hydraulic and cooling system • Exterior painting (single color)
• Cowlings for main transmission and engine
INSTRUMENTS
• Flight Display Subsystem (FDS) composed of 2 smart • Standby instruments:
multifunction displays (6 x 8 inch) providing the following • Integrated Electronic Standby Instrument (IESI)
functions: • Standby compass
• Flight and Navigation Display (FND) format (incl. PFD, • Usage Monitoring System (UMS) - Helionix
FLI, Master List, NAV, RPM, mast moment & fuel
indication) • Flight Data Continuous Recorder (FDCR) - Helionix
• Vehicle Management System (VMS) format (incl. • "One hundred feet" alert
engine, gearbox, fuel, electrical system, RPM & clock • Directional Gyro Free Steering Mode
indication)
• Vehicle Management System (VMS) including: • Warning unit:
• 2 duplex Aircraft Management Computer (AMC) • Engine fire warning with fuel emergency shut-off
• Warning lights
• Reference sensors: • Fire extinguishing system warning
• 1 Attitude and Heading Reference System
• Cockpit Control Panel (CCP) for FDS
• Air Data sensor pilot side (electrically heated pitot tube
and static port) • Data Transfer Device (DTD)
• 1 Magnetometer • Engine switch panel
POWER PLANT
• Two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B3 turbine engines • Twin-engine OEI-training mode
or two Safran Helicopter Engines ARRIUS 2B2plus turbine • Oil cooling and lubricating system with thermostatic valve
engines
• Crash resistant fuel system with a flexible bladder-type
These two engines are equipped with: main tank and supply tank (split into two sections)
• Fire detectors • Automatically controlled variable rotor speed system
• Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) • Fuel tank filler flap, lockable
• Chip detectors with quick-disconnect plugs
• Drain system
• Overspeed protection system
• Cycle indication on FDS • Fire walls
TRANSMISSION SYSTEM
• Flat-shaped main gearbox with two stages • Free wheel assemblies in the engine input drives
• Chip detector system with quick-disconnect plug (main • Tail rotor drive shaft
gearbox) • Tail rotor gearbox with splash lubrication and oil level sight
• Redundant oil cooling and lubrication system gauge
• Main gearbox attachment with Anti-Resonance Isolation • Chip detector system with quick-disconnect plug (tail rotor
System (ARIS) gearbox)
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
• Two starter / generators (2x200 A, 28 VDC) • One utility receptacle in LH side of cargo compartment
• Nickel-Cadmium battery, (24 VDC, 27 Ah) (28 VDC, 10 A)
• External power connector (STANAG 3302, LN9064, SAE • Lighting:
AS 25018, SAE AS 35061) • Anti-collision warning light (red flashing), LED
• Power distribution system: • Fixed, nose-mounted landing light
• Two primary busbars • Three position lights (red, green, white), LED
• Two shedding busbars • Adjustable instrument lighting
• Two essential busbars • One utility light in the cockpit
• Two high load busbars (80 A) - for optional equipment • 5 spot-lights in the cabin
only • One light in cargo compartment RH side
• Two high power busbars (200 A) • Radio:
• Battery bus • Two radio master switches
4 Mission Configurations
Airbus offers the following mission configurations for specific H135 missions. The created mission
configurations should be regarded as a first proposal for customers to evaluate the suitability of the
H135 for their operational fields. The shown mission configurations comprise a list of Baseline Aircraft
and Mission Package which can be complemented by additional equipment from the Further Available
Equipment of the respective mission configuration. The General Available Equipment (chapter 5.1)
shows all available optional items for all mission configurations.
The following mission configurations are available:
• Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
• Law Enforcement
• Offshore Transportation
• Aerial Work
Please note that some mission configurations include equipment requested by EASA-OPS. They do
not cover oxygen equipment and the entire equipment required for extended over water or offshore
operations. The operator shall contact his national authority for the approval of the planned aircraft
mission configuration.
Performance calculation
All data used for mission performance calculations in this document are for information purpose only
and Airbus takes no responsibility for the correctness of this information as far as the applicability to
the receiving party's individual case is concerned. The present use of the named data shall not be
construed as expressly or impliedly granting the receiving party any rights nor be deemed to constitute
any kind of obligation or commitment of Airbus.
The H135 is the most successful EMS helicopter on the market, with approximately 50% market share
in the light twin helicopter segment worldwide and 25% of the entire EMS fleet worldwide. The H135 is
designed to land almost anywhere and offers best-in-class outside visibility, Night Vision Goggle (NVG)
friendly cockpit and cabin, compact overall external dimensions, high set main rotor, Fenestron, rugged
skid landing gear, and the lowest external sound levels. Solutions for all primary mission configurations
including, Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) or mountain rescue and conversion to
secondary missions, such as Helicopter Intensive CAre Medical Service (HICAMS), are possible due
to the modular and flexible solution concept. Loading and unloading of patients and equipment, with
rotors turning, can be carried out safely, quickly and easily from either side of the cabin or the rear. The
extra-large sliding doors and the clam-shell doors can all be operated by one hand. During winching
operations, patients can easily be transferred into the hovering helicopter. The H135 and medical
equipment installations are designed to the stringent EMS standard EN13718.
The EMS configuration is available with ergonomic solutions provided by AAT or Bucher Leichtbau.
EMS interiors include state-of-the-art medical devices and other typical accessories for EMS missions
and are designed to provide the best treatment for the patient.
The newly designed EMS floor in combination with the adapted Bucher Leichtbau EMS kit provides
considerable weight savings while optimizing cabin arrangement and patient access.
Additional options required for customizing the mission configuration to the operators specific needs
and requirements are detailed in the sections Further Available Equipment or General Available
Equipment (chapter 5.1). Specific aircraft equipment including additional flight safety devices or
specialized EMS equipment, for example, twin stretcher disaster management kits, Search And
Rescue (SAR) equipment or incubators are available on request.
Baseline Aircraft
Mission Equipment
05 General Equipment
Mission profile
• Takeoff Cat. A VTOL at SL (maximum 2,950 kg)
• Climb flight AEO-MCP from SL to 5,000 ft with VY, mean 65 KIAS
• Level flight in 5,000 ft with VBR (PW206B3: 132 KTAS; Arrius 2B2plus: 136 KTAS)
• Descent from 5,000 ft to SL with R/D of 1,000 fpm, mean 80 KIAS
• Landing Cat. A VTOL at SL
Whatever the Law Enforcement mission requires, the H135 offers the proven solution. The best-in-
class payload, long range, high endurance, low vibration levels, ergonomic interior design and lowest
sound levels combine to create an environment that minimizes crew fatigue in the demanding Law
Enforcement environment. With compact overall dimensions, high set main rotor, Fenestron and
rugged landing gear the H135 is able to transport law enforcement officers safely in and out of confined
areas while the spacious, unobstructed cabin offers multi mission flexibility and the visibility required
for special operations. Mission flexibility is expanded with an extensive range of off-the-shelf solutions.
The Law Enforcement configuration offers a FLIR Systems Star Safire 380HDc Electro Optical System
(EOS) solution based on a modular concept, which is a forward mounted side-by-side installation
coordinated with the searchlight to ensure the maximum observation capabilities and unobstructed
view. The cockpit and cabin as well as the mission equipment are Night Vision Goggle (NVG) friendly.
Observation, command and control, aerial support and protection of sensitive sites are the major tasks
of this mission configuration. Further Available Equipment allows for fast mission changes, for example
from anti-terrorist operations, to deploying armed teams or SWAT units or disaster management,
where carrying a stretcher beside the operator workstation is possible.
Additional options required for customizing the mission configuration to the operators specific needs
and requirements are detailed in the sections Further Available Equipment or General Available
Equipment (chapter 5.1). Specific aircraft equipment including additional flight safety devices or
specialized alternate state-of-the-art Electro Optical Systems (EOS), recording capabilities, Enhanced
Reality System (ERS), secured data link and networking solutions, additional High Definition (HD)
mission displays, various tactical radios and stowage equipment are available on request.
Baseline Aircraft
Mission Equipment
Mission profile
• Takeoff at SL (maximum 2,980 kg)
• Climb flight AEO-MCP from SL to 5,000 ft with VY, mean 65 KIAS
• Level flight in 5,000 ft with VBR (PW206B3: 133 KTAS; Arrius 2B2plus: 132 KTAS)
• Descent from 5,000 ft to SL with R/D of 1,000 fpm, mean 80 KIAS
• Landing at SL
Certified for offshore operations up to sea state 6 the high maneuverable H135 combines integrated
system safety, efficient twin engine performance (AEO) and outstanding single engine performance
(OEI) with, panoramic visibility, extended range, and a spacious cabin to make the helicopter perfectly
suited for the most demanding off-shore conditions. Flight crew workload and fatigue is considerably
reduced by the integrated state-of-the-art avionics, including the most advanced 4-axis autopilot and
Human Machine Interface (HMI) which enables the flight crew to safely dedicate more attention to the
mission and changing environments of off shore operations while remaining informed of vital aircraft
information. The H135 offers exceptionally high aircraft availability with maintainability included in the
aircraft design and with operator inspired flexible maintenance schemes. The H135's proven
technology enables pilots to perform safe and efficient flights in the most harsh and remote offshore
conditions.
The Offshore Transportation configuration is equipped with a 5-passenger interior solution and special
equipment for offshore operations including emergency floats, additional corrosion protection and
Helicopter Emergency Egress Lighting System (HEELS).
Further available items from the respective Further Available Equipment or General Available
Equipment (chapter 5.1) can be added to customize the mission configuration. Additional items
required for EASA OPS or specific operator requirements including External Life Raft System (ELRS)
which meets the EASA OPS requirements for hostile environment, fully integrated Health & Usage
Monitoring System (HUMS), Automatic Identification System (AIS), personal locator beacons, and
other equipment are available on request.
Baseline Aircraft
Mission Equipment
Mission profile
• Takeoff at SL (maximum 2,980 kg)
• Climb flight AEO-MCP from SL to 5,000 ft with VY, mean 65 KIAS
• Level flight in 5,000 ft with VBR (PW206B3: 136 KTAS; Arrius 2B2plus: 133 KTAS)
• Descent from 5,000 ft to SL with R/D of 1,000 fpm, mean 80 KIAS & Landing Cat. A VTOL at SL
• Takeoff Cat. A VTOL at SL (maximum 2,950 kg)
• Climb flight, level flight, descent and landing as above
Note: that the MTOW is limited by the Cat. A VTOL performance in case the outbound segment is too short to burn 30 kg fuel
prior to Cat. A VTOL takeoff at the offshore helipad (Cat. A VTOL ISA +20°C: 2,950 kg).
With the best-in-class payload, long range, high endurance, low vibration levels and the lowest sound
levels the H135 is also the best platform for various Aerial Work operations. The spacious,
unobstructed cabin and cargo compartment including a flat floor with integrated seat rails, plus an
extensive rage of off-the-shelf mission equipment, provides high mission flexibility and quick role
change possibilities. The overall compact dimensions of the H135 with features including exceptional
visibility, a high set main rotor, Fenestron, rugged landing gear, outstanding High and Hot twin and
single engine performance combined with high reliability and low maintenance requirements prove that
the H135 was designed for safe operation in remote and challenging conditions.
The empty cabin and cargo compartment volume is 4.90 m3 and can be perfectly used to carry loads.
Rear clam-shell and large sliding doors are designed for loading long or bulky freight. The floor loading
is rated for 600 kg/m2 and cargo can be easily and safely secured with the adjustable tie-down rings
mounted in the seat rails.
Further available items from the respective Further Available Equipment or General Available
Equipment (chapter 5.1) can be added to customize the mission configuration.
Baseline Aircraft
Mission Equipment
Mission profile
• Takeoff at SL (maximum 2,980 kg)
• Climb flight AEO-MCP from SL to 5,000 ft with VY, mean 65 KIAS
• Level flight in 5,000 ft with VBR (PW206B3: 133 KTAS; Arrius 2B2plus: 135 KTAS)
• Descent from 5,000 ft to SL with R/D of 1,000 fpm, mean 80 KIAS
• Landing at SL
Abbreviation Availability
R Included in the Mandatory or Reference Equipment of the mission configuration
F Included in the Further Available Equipment of the mission configuration
G General Available Equipment for the mission configuration
Law Enforcement
Offshore Transportation
Aerial Work
EMS
Document Commercial Description kg lb
Reference Reference
General Equipment
05-02084-A E1111-100-00 Enhanced exterior painting instead of standard painting 2.0 4.4 R R R F
05-02084-A E1111-300-00 Complex exterior painting instead of standard 2.7 6.0
painting
05-02085-B E6211-000-00 High visibility paint for main rotor blades 0.0 0.0 G G F F
05-02086-A E1111-900-00 Surface protective coating (Airglaze) 0.5 1.1 G G F F
05-02087-B E6211-100-00 Main rotor blade erosion protection paint 0.1 0.2 F F F F
05-12010-A E7110-300-00 Maintenance step on cabin roof, LH 0.7 1.5 F F
05-12011-B E2516-000-00 Boarding grips for cockpit 0.1 0.2 F G F F
05-21036-C E8541-000-10 Cable cutter system, fixed provisions 3.1 6.8 F F G G
05-21036-C E8541-000-20 Cable cutter system, detachable parts 8.1 17.9 F F G G
05-25037-C E7162-000-00 Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) system 19.1 42.1 F F F F
05-26020-A E1241-100-00 Corrosion protection for high corrosive environment 3.2 7.1 G F R F
05-30004-C E3310-001-00 Flashlight for copilot side 0.3 0.7 R R R G
05-31146-A E2511-000-00 Tinted sun shades for cockpit windshield roof section 1.8 4.0 F F F F
05-31147-A E5632-005-00 Sliding windows in sliding doors 1.2 2.6 R F F
05-31148-A E5633-001-00 Window in clam-shell door LH 0.3 0.7 R G G
05-31148-A E5633-002-00 Window in clam-shell door RH 0.3 0.7 F G G
05-31149-B E5611-300-00 Tinted front windshields 0.0 0.0 G G G G
05-31149-B E5632-300-00 Tinted windows in cockpit doors 0.0 0.0 G G G G
05-31149-B E5632-305-00 Tinted windows in cabin incl. sliding windows in sliding 1.2 2.6
doors
05-31150-A E2524-000-10 IFR training screens, fixed provisions 0.1 0.2 G G G
05-31150-A E2524-000-20 IFR training screens, detachable parts 1.2 2.6 G G G
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05-31151-A E2521-600-10 Curtains for cabin windows - NVG, fix provisions 0.2 0.4 F
05-31151-A E2521-600-20 Curtains for cabin windows - NVG, detachable parts 1.3 2.9 F
05-31152-A E5632-100-00 Ram air deflectors for sliding windows in cockpit doors 0.6 1.3 G G F F
05-31152-A E5632-105-00 Ram air deflectors for sliding windows in sliding doors 0.4 0.9 F F
05-36035-A E8532-001-00 Multifunction step LH instead of standard boarding step 3.9 8.6 R
05-36035-A E8532-002-00 Multifunction step RH instead of standard boarding step 3.9 8.6 R
05-37031-B E6700-101-00 Pedal cover for copilot flight controls -4.8 -10.6 F F F R
05-39021-A E2513-001-00 Map case in copilot door 0.4 0.9 R R R G
05-39023-A E3315-102-00 Illuminated chart holder, pilot 0.9 2.0 R R R R
05-39023-A E3315-101-00 Illuminated chart holder, copilot 0.8 1.8 F F F F
05-42051-B E2111-000-00 Air Conditioning System (ACS) 49.7 109.6 F F F
05-44014-B E2122-100-00 Ventilation enhancement for cockpit 1.0 2.2 F
05-62029-A E2420-000-00 Alternating Current (AC) systema 1.5 3.3
05-67040-B E2460-000-00 Power sockets (2x 28 VDC, 20 A) at center console 1.1 2.4 R
05-81054-A E2818-000-10 Internal long range fuel tank system, fixed provisions 2.0 4.4 F F
05-81054-A E2818-000-20 Internal long range fuel tank system, detachable parts 35.9 79.1 F F
05-85018-A E2841-000-00 Fuel management system (fuel flow meters) 1.0 2.2 F R F F
05-92019-A E6611-000-00 Main rotor blade folding, basic kit 1.5 3.3 F F
05-92019-A E6611-100-10 Main rotor blade folding, fixed provisions for ground 0.8 1.8 F F
handling kit
05-92019-A E6611-100-90 Main rotor blade folding, ground handling kit GSE GSE F F
05-93017-A E1021-000-10 Lashing points for wind speeds up to 40 kts, fixed 1.6 3.5 G F F F
provisions
05-93017-A E1021-000-20 Lashing points for wind speeds up to 40 kts, detachable 0.8 1.8 G F F F
parts
05-93018-A E1021-100-10 Lashing points for ship landings, fixed provisions 2.1 4.6
05-93018-A E1021-100-20 Lashing points for ship landings, detachable parts 0.3 0.7
05-95005-A E1320-200-00 Long term cover kit for helicopter GSE GSE G G F F
05-95006-A E1320-300-00 Main rotor head cover GSE GSE
05-97006-B E6201-100-00 Accelerometers for track and balance system (Chadwick 0.0 0.0 G G G G
Helmuth)
05-97007-B E6201-200-10 Optical tracker FasTrak 11800-3 (Chadwick Helmuth), 0.1 02 G G G G
fixed provisions
05-97007-B E6201-200-20 Optical tracker FasTrak 11800-3 (Chadwick Helmuth), 0.6 1.3 G G G G
detachable parts
Specific Mission Equipment
06-11044-A E3274-000-10 Settling protectors, fixed provisions 0.1 0.2 R F G G
06-11044-A E3274-000-20 Settling protectors, detachable parts 8.1 17.9 R F G G
06-11045-B E3272-000-10 Snow skids, fixed provisions 0.9 2.0
06-11045-A E3272-000-20 Snow skids, detachable parts 18.3 40.3
06-12028-A E3210-100-00 Medium height landing gear instead of standard landing 5.2 11.5 F R R
gear
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06-27049-D E8511-500-20 Dual cargo hook system, detachable parts 29.6 65.3 F
06-27049-D E8511-600-10 Cargo hook system, remote control grip, fixed provisions 0.3 0.7 F F
06-27049-D E8511-600-20 Cargo hook system, remote control grip, detachable 0.9 2.0 F F
parts
06-27049-D E8511-700-00 Dual cargo hook system, copilot electrical release 0.3 0.7 F
06-27049-D E8511-800-10 Cargo hook weighing system, fixed provisions 0.2 0.4 F
06-27049-D E8511-800-20 Cargo hook weighing system, detachable parts 0.2 0.4 F
06-31029-B E8531-000-10 External loudspeaker system with siren, fixed provisions 5.9 13.0 G R G
06-31029-B E8531-000-20 External loudspeaker system with siren, detachable 4.8 10.6 G R G
parts
06-45082-B E3343-300-10 2nd Search & landing light, fixed provisions 1.7 3.7 F F
06-45082-B E3343-300-20 2nd Search & landing light, detachable parts 3.1 6.8 F F
06-45082-B E3343-900-00 Search & landing light, IR mode 0.1 0.2 F R
06-45083-B E3346-000-10 Searchlight A800 (Trakka) basic LH, fixed provisions 4.4 9.7 R
06-45083-B E3346-000-20 Searchlight A800 (Trakka) basic LH, detachable parts 23.1 50,9 R
06-45083-B E3346-000-30 Searchlight A800 (Trakka), vendor parts 18.2 40.1 R
06-45083-B E3346-100-00 Searchlight A800 (Trakka), IR filters 0.0 0.0 R
06-45083-B E3346-200-00 Searchlight A800 (Trakka), IR laser pointer 0.1 0.2 R
06-46012-A E3344-100-00 White strobe lights 1.3 2.9 F F F F
d
06-61036-B E3215-100-10 Emergency floats, fixed provisions 9.5 20.9 F R F
06-61036-B E3215-000-20 Emergency floats, detachable parts 63.4 139.8 F R F
06-62034-A E2565-001-10 External Life Raft System (ELRS) LH, fixed provisions 0.8 1.8 F
06-62034-A E2565-001-20 External Life Raft System (ELRS) LH, detachable partse 37.1 81.8 F
06-62034-A E2565-002-10 External Life Raft System (ELRS) RH, fixed provisions 0.8 1.8 F
06-62034-A E2565-002-20 External Life Raft System (ELRS) RH, detachable partse 37.1 81.8 F
06-62034-A E2562-600-00 Survival emergency locator transmitter ELT(S) 0.9 2.0 F
06-65016-B E2625-100-00 2nd portable fire extinguisher 2.8 6.2 F F F F
06-66024-B E3353-000-00 Emergency lights incl. boarding step illuminations 3.5 7.7 R
06-66025-B E3342-400-00 Boarding step illuminations 0.3 0.7 R G
06-66026-A E3353-100-00 Helicopter Emergency Egress Lighting System (HEELS) 5.8 12.8 R
06-66027-B E3323-000-00 Illuminated signs "NO SMOKING / FASTEN SEAT BELT 0.7 1.5 F F
06-67080-A E2562-400-00 Automatic Deployable Emergency Locator Transmitter 10.3 22.7 R
(ADELT)
06-71011-B E2521-500-10 Separation curtain for cockpit / cabin, fixed provisions 0.3 0.7 R R R R
06-71011-B E2521-500-20 Separation curtain for cockpit / cabin, detachable parts 0.3 0.7 R R R R
06-81032-B E8511-900-10 Electrical release for fire extinguishing bucket 0.8 1.8 F
(Bambi Bucket), fixed provisions
06-81032-B E8511-900-20 Electrical release for fire extinguishing bucket 0.6 1.3 F
(Bambi Bucket), detachable parts
Interior Layout
07-15035-A E2512-202-00 Advanced pilot seat instead of standard pilot seat 1.6 3.5
07-15035-A E2512-201-00 Advanced copilot seat instead of standard copilot seat 1.6 3.5
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07-27035-C E2522-005-00 Passenger seating, 3 seats with 3-point restraint system 37.4 82.5
(front row, facing against flight direction)
07-27035-C E2522-105-00 Passenger seating, 2 seats with 3-point restraint system 22.2 48.9
(rear row, facing in flight direction)
07-27035-C E2522-307-00 Passenger seating, 1 seat with 4-point restraint system 11.3 24.9 R
(rear row, facing in flight direction, LH)
07-27035-C E2522-308-00 Passenger seating, 1 seat with 4-point restraint system 11.3 24.9 R
(rear row, facing in flight direction, RH)
07-27035-C E2522-006-00 Passenger seating, 3 seats with 4-point restraint system 38.1 84.0 R F
(front row, facing against flight direction)
07-27037-B E2522-106-10 Passenger seating, 3 utility seats with 4-point restraint 1.7 3.7 F
system (rear row, facing in flight direction), fixed
provisions
07-27037-B E2522-106-20 Passenger seating, 3 utility seats with 4-point restraint 33.2 73.2 F
system (rear row, facing in flight direction), detachable
parts
07-30078-B E2581-100-00 Enhanced sound proofing kit 27.0 59.6
07-30079-A E2521-100-00 Separation wall for cabin / cargo compartment 4.4 9.7
07-40036-B E2515-100-00 Washable floor covering for cockpit 3.6 7.9 R
07-40036-B E2515-000-00 Washable floor covering for cockpit, cabin & cargo 9.2 20.3 R R R
compartment
07-40037-B E2532-000-00 Sealed cabin floor 0.3 0.7 F R F
07-40038-B E2531-000-00 Multifunctional floor instead of standard cabin floor 16.7 36.8 G
07-50082-B E5231-000-00 One-hand latching system for clam-shell doors 1.4 3.1 R F F F
07-50083-A E5231-100-00 Extended opening fasteners for clam-shell doors 0.1 0.2 R F F
07-50084-A E5213-001-00 Sliding door fastener, intermediate and max. position, 1.2 2.6
LH
07-50084-A E5213-101-00 Sliding door fastener, max. position, LH 0.3 0.7 F R F F
07-50084-A E5213-002-00 Sliding door fastener, intermediate and max. position, 1.2 2.6
RH
07-50084-A E5213-102-00 Sliding door fastener, max. position, RH 0.3 0.7 G R F F
07-50085-B E5212-000-00 Jettisonable cockpit doors 0.9 2.0 G G R F
07-50086-B E5212-100-00 Spoiler position for cockpit doors 1.0 2.2 R F F
07-50088-B E8513-000-00 Abrasion protection at sliding doors 0.2 0.4 F G G
07-50089-A E5211-200-00 Securing device for complete opening of cockpit doors 1.1 2.4 F F
07-60049-B E2513-005-00 Map cases in sliding doors 1.4 3.1 F F F F
07-60050-B E2550-000-00 Variable tie-down net 3.3 7.3 F R F
07-74099-B AAT-35120-006-2 Foldable stretcher Rescue (AAT - STC)c 18.7 41.2 F F
Avionics
08-10026-B E2311-000-10 HF system HF-9000 (Rockwell Collins), fixed 7.2 15.9 G G
provisionsf
08-10026-B E2311-000-20 HF system HF-9000 (Rockwell Collins), detachable 19.3 42.5 G G
partsf
08-12101-A E2312-000-00 Tactical radio VHF-FM NPX138N (Cobham)g 2.5 5.5 R R F
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08-12102-B E2317-000-00 Tactical radio, fixed provisions, incl. antenna, power 2.0 4.4 R F F
supply & intercom interfaceg
08-15568-B E2315-400-00 LTE phone, fixed provisions, incl. antenna, power supply 1.0 2.2 F F F F
(28 VDC) & intercom interfaceh
08-15569-C E2316-000-00 Wireless intercom system PNG (Axnes), basic systemi 2.6 5.7 F F F F
08-15569-C E2316-100-00 Wireless intercom system PNG (Axnes), cockpit control 0.5 1.1 F F F F
panel CP50
08-15569-C E2316-200-00 Wireless intercom system PNG (Axnes), mobile 1.0 2.2 F F F F
transceiver MP50j
08-15570-B E2315-000-00 Iridium satellite transceiver GSR 56 (Garmin) 4.3 9.5 F F F
08-16164-C E2341-005-00 Digital Audio Control System (DACS), ACP53 1.2 2.6 R R F F
(Cobham), pax
08-16166-A E2340-000-00 Headset electrical power supply (28 VDC), fixed 0.5 1.1
provisionsk
08-18078-A E2315-100-00 Headset H 10-76 (David Clark), low impedance 0.6 1.3 R R R R
08-18078-A E2315-200-00 Headset H 10-56 (David Clark), high impedance 0.6 1.3
08-18079-B E2342-000-00 Headset adapter cable crew GLENAIR / U92 0.1 0.2 R R R R
08-18079-B E2342-005-00 Headset adapter cable pax GLENAIR / U92 0.2 0.4 R R R F
08-18079-B E2342-100-00 Headset adapter cable crew GLENAIR / LEMO ANR 0.1 0.1
08-18079-B E2342-105-00 Headset adapter cable pax GLENAIR / LEMO ANR 0.2 0.4
08-18080-B E2315-300-00 Headset A20 ANR LEMO (Bose), low impedance 0.3 0.7
08-24038-A E3452-100-00 Automatic Direction Finder (ADF), control unit CDF552 1.0 2.2 F
(Cobham)
08-24038-A E3452-000-00 Automatic Direction Finder (ADF), receiver DF-431B 11.0 24.3 F
(Cobham)
08-31070-A E3443-200-00 Color weather radar RDR 2000 (Honeywell), radar 3.2 7.1
radome
08-31070-A E3443-000-10 Color weather radar RDR 2000 (Honeywell), 0.8 1.8
fixed provisions
08-31070-A E3443-010-30 Color weather radar RDR 2000 incl. control unit CP466 6.7 14.8
(Honeywell), vendor parts
08-31070-A E3443-020-30 Color weather radar RDR 2000 incl. control unit CP466 6.7 14.8
- NVG (Honeywell), vendor parts
08-31071-B E3443-300-00 Search and rescue weather radar RDR-1600 5.3 11.7
(Telephonics), radar radome
08-31071-B E3443-100-10 Search and rescue weather radar RDR-1600 1.7 3.7
(Telephonics), fixed provisions
08-31071-B E3443-100-20 Search and rescue weather radar RDR-1600 12.9 28.4
(Telephonics), detachable parts
08-35070-B E2327-000-10 Traffic Advisory System TAS620A (Avidyne), 3.0 6.6 F F F F
fixed provisions
08-35070-B E2327-000-20 Traffic Advisory System TAS620A (Avidyne), 3.4 7.5 F F F F
detachable parts
08-43078-A E3464-000-00 Wireless connectivity Connext (Garmin) 0.3 0.7 F F F F
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NOTE: BFE might not be compliant in accordance with the applicable specifications and
requirements. Airbus does not perform any actions to ensure the NVG performance degradation
is being kept within acceptable limits.
• The interior of the helicopter is kept in dark, matt colors, showing no or only little reflectance of
radiation, not degrading the NVG image performance in NVG mode.
• An appropriate Day/Night/NVG switch is provided.
• The external lighting of the cockpit is designed and built in order to fulfill SAE-ARP 4392, "Lighting,
Aircraft Exterior, Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) Compatible", i. e. the NVG performance
degradation caused by the external lighting system in NVG mode is kept within acceptable limits.
May 28, 2009, the first NVIS certification providing the H135 with a NVG aided operation capability was
granted from EASA. Thus Airbus is the first Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to offer this
capability to civil operators.
The EASA NVIS certification is based on one customer specific configuration; any additional changes
to the configuration following EASA NVIS certification may require additional certification effort. EASA
certification is based on night vision goggles with class B filter from well-known manufacturers (certified
goggles include, ITT F4949 and L3 Communications M949).
On customer's request, Airbus can develop and certify also night vision goggle systems from other
manufacturers.
Please note that classic night flight capability remains unrestricted.
For the avoidance of doubt, configurations marked as being "NVG friendly" in this document do not
include a helicopter NVIS certification. Such "Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) certification" is only
provided by Airbus, if it is explicitly listed in the individual customer's contract. The "Night Vision
Imaging System (NVIS) certification" includes delivery of a customer configuration specific Flight
Manual Appendix ("Appendix for Night Vision Imaging Systems (NVIS) / NVG - Operator") and
"Operator Substantiation Report for Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) / NVG" and provides proof of
compliance with the airworthiness requirements for the NVG operations capabilities of the helicopter.
Note that the "Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) certification" does not constitute an approval for
NVG operations as per Commission Regulation No 965/2012, SPA.NVIS.100 ("Helicopters shall only
be operated under VFR at night with the aid of NVIS if the operator has been approved by the
competent authority").
5.5 Disclaimers
EASA-OPS
Please note that some recommended mission configurations include equipment requested by EASA-
OPS. They do not cover oxygen equipment and the entire equipment required for extended over water
or offshore operations. The operator shall contact his national authority for the approval of the planned
aircraft mission configuration.
6 Main Performance
The performance figures shown hereafter are guaranteed minimum performance data (minimum
specification engine power). Only the fuel consumption, range and endurance values and figures refer
to a H135 equipped with minimum specified new production engines.
Unless otherwise specified, the values and figures refer to a clean helicopter configuration at Sea Level
(SL), in International Standard Atmosphere (ISA) and zero wind condition.
• Hover In Ground Effect (HIGE, TOP) with two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B3, 6.3-1
standard air intake
• Hover In Ground Effect (HIGE, TOP) with two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B3, 6.3-2
Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF)
• Hover Out of Ground Effect (HOGE, TOP) with two Pratt & Whitney Canada 6.3-3
PW206B3, standard air intake
• Hover Out of Ground Effect (HOGE, TOP) with two Pratt & Whitney Canada 6.3-4
PW206B3, Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF)
• Fuel consumption with two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B3 6.3-5
• Hover In Ground Effect (HIGE, TOP) with two Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 6.3-6
2B2plus, standard air intake
• Hover In Ground Effect (HIGE, TOP) with two Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 6.3-7
2B2plus, Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF)
• Hover Out of Ground Effect (HOGE, TOP) with two Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 6.3-8
2B2plus, standard air intake
• Hover Out of Ground Effect (HOGE, TOP) with two Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 6.3-9
2B2plus, Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF)
• Fuel consumption with two Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 2B2plus 6.3-10
6.3-1 Hover In Ground Effect (HIGE, TOP) with two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B3
Standard air intake.
Figure 6.1: Hover in Ground Effect (HIGE, TOP) with two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B3, standard air intake
6.3-2 Hover In Ground Effect (HIGE, TOP) with two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B3
Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF), clogged filter / bypass closed
Figure 6.2: Hover In Ground Effect (HIGE, TOP) with two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B3, IBF
6.3-3 Hover Out of Ground Effect (HOGE, TOP) with two Pratt & Whitney Canada
PW206B3
Standard air intake.
Figure 6.3: Hover Out of Ground Effect (HOGE, TOP) with two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B3, standard air intake
6.3-4 Hover Out of Ground Effect (HOGE, TOP) with two Pratt & Whitney Canada
PW206B3
Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF), clogged filter / bypass closed
Figure 6.4: Hover Out of Ground Effect (HOGE, TOP) with two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B3, IBF
6.3-5 Fuel consumption with two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B3
Bleed air heating off.
Figure 6.5: Fuel consumption with two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B3, 0 - 80 KCAS
Figure 6.6: Fuel consumption with two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B3, 80 KCAS - VH
6.3-6 Hover In Ground Effect (HIGE, TOP) with two Safran Helicopter Engines
Arrius 2B2plus
Standard air Intake.
Figure 6.7: Hover in Ground Effect (HIGE, TOP) with two Safran Helicopter Engines ARRIUS 2B2plus, standard air intake
6.3-7 Hover In Ground Effect (HIGE, TOP) with two Safran Helicopter Engines
Arrius 2B2plus
Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF), clogged filter / bypass closed
Figure 6.8: Hover in Ground Effect (HIGE, TOP) with two Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 2B2plus, IBF
6.3-8 Hover Out of Ground Effect (HOGE, TOP) with two Safran Helicopter Engines
Arrius 2B2plus
Standard air intake.
Figure 6.9: Hover Out of Ground Effect (HOGE, TOP) with two Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 2B2plus, standard air intake
6.3-9 Hover Out of Ground Effect (HOGE, TOP) with two Safran Helicopter Engines
Arrius 2B2plus
Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF), clogged filter / bypass closed
Figure 6.10: Hover Out of Ground Effect (HOGE, TOP) with two Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 2B2plus, IBF
6.3-10 Fuel consumption with two Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 2B2plus
Bleed air heating off.
Figure 6.11: Fuel consumption with two Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 2B2plus, 0 - 80 KCAS
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Figure 6.12: Fuel consumption with two Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 2B2plus, 80 KCAS - VH
7.1 Assets
Note: All the "hands-on" aircraft values mentioned here above are given on the basis of a 20,000 FH life cycle. They refer only
to the scheduled inspections for the standard helicopter without optional equipment in accordance with the Master Servic-
ing Manual (MSM). The announced mean man hours are without incoming flight, work preparation, reworking, servicing,
Service Bulletin (SB) implementation and unscheduled maintenance.
Note: For further details on the engine inspections and the respective D-Level maintenance please refer to the applicable engine
maintenance manual.
Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B3 period- Maintenance level Estimated man hours
ic inspections
12-month O - Level 2
1,000 Fh O - Level 2
900 Fh Clean and test Fuel Nozzles O - Level 4
Safran Helicopter Engines ARRIUS Maintenance level Estimated mean man hours
2B2plus periodic inspections
500 Fh I - Level 2.5
1,000 Fh I - Level 10
Note: For further details on the engine inspections and the respective D - Level maintenance please refer to the applicable main-
tenance manual.
Airframe main components TCI or SLL as per MSM Rev. 23 from 2017.06.26
Fire extinguishing system cartridge 10 years
Ring frame X5730 L535A1501 210 7,700 Fh
Ring frame X9227 L535H2120 301 18,000 Fh
Main rotor blade damper 12 years
Rotor mast hub 30,000 Fh
Tail rotor splined hub flange 20,000 Fh
Tail rotor blade 12,000 Fh
Rotor hub 27,400 Fh
Tail rotor drive shaft long & coupling flange 20,000 Fh
Rubber sleeve 5 years
Mixing lever gear unit 30,000 Fh
Collective actuator 20,000 Fh
Note: Cycles are calculated automatically by the Engine Electronic Control Unit. Average experienced rate is about 0.5
cycles/Fh.
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Notes:
• Specific mission equipment e.g. STC´s might be excluded from above services.
• Local authority regulations may have an impact on the above described material management services.
Airbus would be pleased to propose further extensive services adapted to specific mission and
customer expectations, such as stock and maintenance management.
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Safran Helicopter Engines range of services covers:
• Classical Repair and Overhaul
• Standard Exchange
• AOG services
• By-the-Hour services
Within the By-the-Hour coverage, Safran Helicopter Engines developed specific maintenance
packages, as summarized hereafter.
One SBH, many solutions: Safran Helicopter Engines SBH is one single name and concept offering
flexible and standard combinations between 4 dimensions:
• Coverage: scheduled and/or unscheduled events, with flexibility on some engine components.
Complete engine or modular maintenance.
• Availability: pool access option with standard exchange or rental
• Logistics: a choice of transport solutions
• Finance: different payment terms, contract duration
SBH was made to be tailored to customer exact needs. Safran Helicopter Engines SBH benefits:
• Predictability: Control of budget and smooth of engine maintenance costs: expenses are clear and
predictable
• Flexibility: Safran Helicopter Engines SBH offers total modularity, to cover customers' exact needs
• Insurance: scheduled and/or unscheduled coverage, with risks partially transferred to Safran
Helicopter Engines
• Availability: effective replacement solutions including Standard Exchange, available through Safran
Helicopter Engines' worldwide pool
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The data set forth in this document are general in nature and for information purposes only. For performance data and operating limitations, reference must be made to the approved flight manual and all appropriate documents.
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Technical Data
7.6.3 Upgrades
Airbus proposes tailored solutions to increase customers‘ helicopter overall performance and reduce
its maintenance cost, contributing to harmonized fleet or role/mission change, the better to be prepared
for missions. Upgrades maintain aircraft at the latest version, benefitting from innovations and
advanced technology, perfectly adapted to customers‘ aircraft configuration and defined by Airbus
experienced design office teams. The portfolio of AH Standard Upgrades is available on customer
portal Keycopter, allowing direct order of kits or request of customized quotation.
The set of upgrades is regularly updated. This portfolio proposes number of equipment that may be
installed on helicopters after delivery from Airbus Helicopters in order to fulfil specific operational needs
or aircraft upgrades.
These equipment are either designed and certified by Airbus Helicopters as SB (Service Bulletin) or by
Airbus Helicopters customer centers or third parties as STC‘s (Supplementary Type Certificate).
Please note that some constraints may exist between optional equipment. Technical confirmation by
an Airbus Helicopters sales representative is recommended before submitting any purchase order.
7.7.4 eTechPub
Airbus provides the technical publications required for safe operations and cost-effective maintenance.
Airbus technical publications are available on Keycopter® portal within eTechpub service. An
interactive electronic browser, O.R.I.O.N, is available.
O.R.I.O.N. includes the maintenance and identification information and contains at minimum
• Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM),
• System Description Section (SDS),
• Master Servicing Manual (MSM),
• Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC),
• Wiring Diagram Manual (WDM),
• Structure Repair Manual (SRM),
• Standard Practices Manual (SPM/MTC).
The technical publications are available in English. They include the latest information and are regularly
updated.
Keycopter /eTechpub also provide access to the List Of Applicable Publications / Status Revision
Documentation (LOAP/SRD), Flight Manual (FLM), Pilot's Check List (PCL) and Master Minimum
Equipment List (MMEL).
Along with Keycopter / eTechpub, Airbus provides a hard copy of:
• Flight Manual,
• Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL),
• Pilots-Checklist,
• Logbooks,
• Historical Record.
The delivery of hard copies may be cancelled without further notice in case of changes to the legal
requirements.
As chargeable option, the technical publications are also available on PDF format on Keycopter portal.
When online solutions do not fit to user constraints, physical means may be proposed as chargeable
options:
• O.R.I.O.N. light on USB Key, same content than O.R.I.O.N on line but with a reduced set of functions
• O.R.I.O.N. full on USB Key, same content than O.R.I.O.N on line but as local network solutions (full
functionalities)
• Hard copies
Selected Component Maintenance Manuals (CMM) are available on PDF format:
• On Keycopter / eTechpub as Online Component Maintenance Manual (OCMM),
• On USB key as Electronic Component Maintenance Manual (ECMM).
The engine documentation is provided by the engine manufacturer.
Main features
• Each time one of the above listed publications is issued, the customer is automatically informed by
an e-mail.
• A small summary, already included in the e-mail, helps the customer to quickly understand the
subject.
• Small icons allow the customer to immediately identify the type of information received.
• The download of the publication in PDF format is possible after logging on the T.I.P.I. website.
• A keyword search tool is provided (aircraft family, type of publication, date of edition, etc.).
• Address: www.airbushelicopters.com/techpub
The publications are available in English.
Training
With over 50 years of experience, the Airbus helicopter training centers provide the world's leading
helicopter training for pilots and technicians, whether civilian or military.
Since 2011, a completely new blended learning process based on interactive learning with the latest
technology for theoretical and practical instruction is implemented. The instruction team is composed
of experts in their fields with the utmost operational experience and knowledge.
Although a lot of things have changed in the past 50 years Airbus major goal remains unchanged: to
stand up to customers' expectations and to contribute decisively to flight safety.
The course catalogue is designed to cover the full range of customers' training needs. Nevertheless,
Airbus can also provide customers' organization with the most effective training solution tailored to
customers' demand.
The high quality of Airbus training courses is assured by a very strict internal quality system and regular
audits by national authorities (EASA, FAA, DGAC, LBA, CAA, CAAC…). The main training centers are
certified to issue certificates according to EASA Part 147 and Part FCL.
Airbus has set up a network of 24 helicopter training centers and 23 Full Flight Simulators (FFS) all
over the world. Centers are equipped with multimedia classrooms. This includes computers overhead
projectors and state-of-the-art means such as Computer Aided Instruction (CAI), Computer Based
Training (CBT) or instructor lead presentation.
Note: Training duration and content are given as information and depend on pilot or technician qualification or experience and
the configuration of the aircraft. Complementary courses may be required.
Aerodata
This service provides databases and tools for the following enhanced awareness functions of Helionix
hosted in the Multi-Functional Display (MFD):
• Helicopter Terrain Awareness and Warning System (H-TAWS)
• Moving Map (DMAP)
• Synthetic Vision System (SVS)
8 Abbreviations
Abbreviation Meaning
AAT Air Ambulance Technology
AC Alternating Current
ACP Audio Control Panel
ACS Air Conditioning System
ACU Audio Control Unit
ADELT Automatic Deployable Emergency Locator Transmitter
ADF Automatic Direction Finder
ADS-B Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast
AEL Aerolite
AEO All Engines Operating
AFCS Automatic Flight Control System
AFT Aft
AGL Above Ground Level
AHDL Airbus Helicopters Data Loader
AIS Automatic Identification System
AM Amplitude Modulation
AMC Aircraft Management Computer
AMLCD Active Matrix Liquid Crystal Display
AMM Aircraft Maintenance Manual
ANR Active Noise Reduction
AOG Aircraft On Ground
ARIS Anti-Resonance Isolation System
ARP Aerospace Recommended Practice
AS Aerospace Standard
ASB Alert Service Bulletin
ATC Air Traffic Control
BFE Buyer Furnished Equipment
BMR Bearingless Main Rotor
BUL Bucher Leichtbau
BUR Basic Unscheduled Removals
CAA Civil Aviation Authority
CAAC Civil Aviation Administration of China
CAI Computer Aided Instruction
Cat. A Category A
CBT Computer Based Training
CCP Cockpit Control Panel
CECG Corrosion and Erosion Control Guide
CIP Carriage Insurance Paid (Incoterms 2010)
CMM Component Maintenance Manual
CMP Continuous Maintenance Program
COM Communication
CS Certification Specifications
CVFDR Cockpit Voice and Flight Data Recorder
Abbreviation Meaning
CVR Cockpit Voice Recorder
D - Level Depot Level
DA Density Altitude
DACS Digital Audio Communication System
DGAC Direction Générale de l‘Aviation Civile
DMAP Digital Moving Map
DMC Direct Maintenance Costs
DME Distance Measuring Equipment
DO Design Order
DOC Direct Operating Costs
DP Dual Pilot
DTD Data Transfer Device
DVCS Digital Voice Control System
EASA European Aviation Safety Agency
EASB Emergency Alert Service Bulletin
EBH Exchange By the Hour
ECMM Electronic Component Maintenance Manuals
ECP Event Cost Plan
ECTM Engine Condition Trend Monitoring
EFH Engine Flight Hour
ELRS External Life Raft System
ELT Emergency Locator Transmitter
ELT(S) Survival Emergency Locator Transmitter
EMS Emergency Medical Services
EOS Electro Optical System
EPNdB Effective Perceived Noise level Decibel
EPNL Effective Perceived Noise Level
ERS Enhanced Reality System
ES Extended Squitter
ESP Eagle Service Plan
FAA Federal Aviation Administration
FADEC Full Authority Digital Engine Control
FAR Federal Aviation Regulations
FBH Full By the Hour
FCA Free Carrier (Incoterms 2010)
FCL Flight Crew License
FCOM Flight Crew Operating Manual
FDCR Flight Data Contiuous Recorder
FDS Flight Display Subsystem
Fh Flight Hour
FLI First Limit Indicator
FLIR Forward Looking Infra Red
FLM Flight Manual
FM Frequency Modulated
FMP Fleet Management Program
FND Flight and Navigation Display
Abbreviation Meaning
FNPT Flight and Navigation Procedures Trainer
FOBN Flight Operations Briefing Note
FOV Field Of View
FWD Forward
GPS Global Positioning System
GS Ground Speed
GSE Ground Support Equipment
GSM Global Systems Mobile
GSP Global Support Package
H/C Helicopter
HD High Definition
HEELS Helicopter Emergency Egress Lighting System
HEMS Helicopter Emergency Medical Service
HF High Frequency
HFDM Helicopter Flight Data Monitoring
HICAMS Helicopter Intensive CAre Medical Service
HIGE Hover In Ground Effect
HMI Human Machine Interface
HMS Health Monitoring System
HOGE Hover Out of Ground Effect
HSI Hot Section Inspection
H-TAWS Helicopter Terrain Awareness and Warning System
HUMS Health and Usage Monitoring System
I - Level Intermediate Level
IAS Indicated Air Speed
IBF Inlet Barrier Filter
ICAO International Civil Aviation Organisation
IESI Integrated Electronic Stand-by Instrument
IFR Instrument Flight Rules
IGE In Ground Effect
ILS Instrument Landing System
IMU Inertial Measurement Unit
IN Information Notice
IPC Illustrated Parts Catalog
IR Infrared
ISA International Standard Atmosphere (15 °C at SL)
KIAS Knots Indicated Air Speed
LARS Lightweight Aircraft Recording System
LBA Luftfahrt Bundesamt
LCF Low Cycle Fatigue
LED Light Emitting Diode
LFR Logistics Field Representative
LH Left Hand
LN Luftfahrt-Norm (Aviation Standard)
LNAV Lateral Navigation
LOAP List Of Applicable Publications
Abbreviation Meaning
LPV Localizer Performance with Vertical Guidance
LTE Long Term Evolution
Max. Maximum
MCP Maximum Continuous Power
MFD Multi-Function Display
MGS Maintenance Ground Station
MKR Marker
MMEL Master Minimum Equipment List
MRO Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul
MSM Master Servicing Manual
MTOW Maximum Take Off Weight
MWIR Mid-Wave Infrared
NAA National Aviation Authority
NAV Navigation
NR Rotor Speed
NVG Night Vision Goggle
NVIS Night Vision Imaging System
O - Level Organizational Level
O.R.I.O.N. Optimized Reader for Internet and Other Networks
OAT Outside Air Temperature
OCMM Online Component Maintenance Manual
OEI One Engine Inoperative
OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer
OGE Out of Ground Effect
OPS Operations
PA Pressure Altitude
PAX Passenger
PBH Parts By the Hour
PC Personal Computer
PCL Pilot's Check List
PFD Primary Flight Display
PGS Professional Ground Station
PNG Polycon New Generation
PTT Push To Talk
PWC Pratt & Whitney Canada
R/D Rate of Descent
RAMT Reliability Availability Maintainability/Testability
RBH Repair By the Hour
RDR Radar
REU Remote Electronic Unit
Rev. Revision
RH Right Hand
RIA Retractable Interface Adapter
RNP Required Navigation Performance
RPM Revolutions Per Minute
RTCA Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics
Abbreviation Meaning
SAE Society of Automotive Engineering
Safran HE Safran Helicopter Engines
SAR Search And Rescue
SAS Stability Augmentation System
SB Service Bulletin
SBAS Satellite Based Augmentation System
SBH Support By the Hour
SDS System Description Section
SII Staged Intermediate Inspection
SIN Safety Information Notice
SL Sea Level
SL Service Letter
SLL Service Life Limit
SMS Safety Management System
SPM Standard Practices Manual
SRM Structure Repair Manual
STANAG Standardization Agreement
STC Supplemental Type Certificate
SVS Synthetic Vision System
SWAT Special Weapons And Tactics
T.I.P.I Technical Information Publication on Internet
TAS Traffic Advisory System
TAS True Air Speed
TBO Time Between Overhaul
TCI Time Change Item
TCP Term Cost Plan
TIL Technical Information Letter
TIP Technical Improvement Proposal
TLB Technical LogBook
TOOLS Safran Helicopter Engines Operator On-Line Support
TOP Takeoff Power
TOT Turbine Outlet Temperature
TQ Torque
TV Television
UK United Kingdom
ULM Ultra Low Maintenance
UMS Usage Monitoring System
UMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunications System
USB Universal Serial Bus
VBR Best Range Speed
VDC Volt Direct Current
VFR Visual Flight Rules
VH Maximum Horizontal Speed
VHF Very High Frequency
VMS Vehicle Management System
VNAV Vertical Navigation
Abbreviation Meaning
VNE Never Exceed Speed
VOR VHF Omnidirectional Radio Range
VOX Voice Operated Exchange
VTOL Vertical Take Off and Landing
VY Best Rate of Climb Speed
WDM Wiring Diagram Manual
Manufacturer´s Notes
This document provides general information on the description, specification, weights, dimensions and
performance data of helicopters manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and on related services and
support. Depending on the exactly selected configuration and/or the respective mission profile, these
data may vary. For specific, individual performance data and operating limitations reference shall be
made to the approved flight manual and all appropriate documents.
The operational or certification regulations, as defined by competent local authorities, may require as
compulsory the installation of some of the recommended or further available equipment as listed in this
document, with present document however not being meant to be comprehensive in terms of all
worldwide operational requirements. The operator shall be responsible to clarify with its respective
local authorities that any potential configuration of the helicopter complies with the regulatory
requirements for the area of operation and/or type of mission.
The Airbus Helicopters product policy aims at continuous product improvements. Therefore Airbus
Helicopters reserves the right to make data changes at any time without any notice being given with
reference to present issue of this document. The depicted images (i.e. photos, 3D-pictures, general
drawings, diagrams or similar) are for illustration purposes only.
The facts and figures contained in this document and expressed in good faith shall not constitute any
offer from or the acceptance of an offer leading to a contract with Airbus Helicopters.
Airbus Helicopters‘ logo, H135®, Helionix®, Fenestron®, HUMS®, HCare®, Keycopter® and Stylence®
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