Airbus Helicopters (formerly Eurocopter) H145 (EC145)

30 May 2026 · © Big Mike Aviation Photography

An Airbus H145 (EC145) Life Flight helicopter on display for public viewing, showcasing its medical evacuation capabilities.

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Aircraft

H145 (EC145) EC45

Life Flight/Helicopter Air Ambulance

N481LF

Registration

Airline

Life Flight (air ambulance operator)

Manufacturer

Airbus Helicopters (formerly Eurocopter)

Gear

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max back triple camera 6.765mm f/1.78

Achievements

Heli Hero, Airbus Aficionado

2 badges earned

Photo grade

Silver

Score: 80.0

Crisp details and a vibrant sky help, though crowds and the tilted angle pull focus from the helicopter itself.

Location

Penn Valley Airport

SEG/KSEG

40.8206, -76.8639

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Penn Valley Airport SEG

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

A leading air ambulance and utility helicopter worldwide. Major evolution of the MBB/Kawasaki BK117 and Eurocopter EC145.

Fleet Rarity

Common in the EMS/air medical community; over 1,500 EC145/H145 variants delivered worldwide.

Record Flights

Used widely for medical evacuation and HEMS in challenging terrains and urban environments.

Safety & Events

Widely used for critical emergency missions; no specific notable incident for this airframe visible.

Future Outlook

Extensively in service; production continues as H145, with future upgrades expected.

Specifications

2 × Safran Arriel 2E turboshafts

Engine

N/A (rotor diameter 11.00 meters)

Wingspan

13.03 meters

Length

680 km

Range

246 km/h

Speed

9 (1-2 crew, up to 8 passengers; typical EMS configuration is 1-2 crew, 1-2 medical staff, 1 patient)

Capacity

3,585 kg

MTOW

3.95 meters

Height

N/A (helicopter; 894 shp each engine)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 8 compliant (helicopters); 85-90 dB typical

Noise