Airbus Helicopters (formerly Eurocopter) EC135

Speedbird1624 🇬🇧

03 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

Police H135

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Domi · 12 Apr 2026

Nice timing!

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Aircraft

EC135 EC135

UK Police (yellow and dark blue, high-visibility markings)

Airline

UK Police (National Police Air Service livery)

Manufacturer

Airbus Helicopters (formerly Eurocopter)

Gear

Nikon D3300 55-300mm

Achievements

Heli Hero, Airbus Aficionado

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Insights

Aviation History

One of the world\'s most widely used police and EMS helicopters.

Fleet Rarity

Common among police and EMS operators worldwide.

Record Flights

Commonly used for rapid police response, air ambulance, and surveillance in multiple nations.

Safety & Events

Numerous successful public safety/life-saving missions; a few notable safe forced landings.

Future Outlook

Still in active production and widespread service.

Specifications

Turbomeca Arrius 2B2 or Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B

Engine

Main rotor diameter: 10.20 meters

Wingspan

12.16 meters

Length

635 kilometers

Range

254 kilometers per hour

Speed

Up to 7 people

Capacity

2,980 kilograms

MTOW

3.51 meters

Height

Each engine: 473-528 kW (634-708 shp)

Thrust

85-87 dB (Low noise, popular for urban operations)

Noise