Airbus Helicopters (formerly Eurocopter) EC120 Colibri

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09 Apr 2026 · © Kiwi Aviation

A Eurocopter EC120 Colibri flying over an industrial area under scattered clouds.

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Aircraft

EC120 Colibri EC20

Manufacturer

Airbus Helicopters (formerly Eurocopter)

Gear

10th Generation IPad

Achievements

Heli Hero, Airbus Aficionado

2 badges earned

Location

Christchurch International Airport

CHC/NZCH

-43.4828, 172.5290

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Christchurch International Airport CHC

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

Popular light single-turbine helicopter, first flown in 1995, widely used for training, police, and utility work.

Fleet Rarity

Not particularly rare, but fewer than 700 produced.

Safety & Events

Generally a safe helicopter, with some known minor incidents; widely used in civilian roles.

Future Outlook

Many still in active civilian and government service worldwide.

Specifications

Turbomeca Arrius 2F

Engine

N/A (rotor diameter: 10.0 m)

Wingspan

9.6 m

Length

710 km

Range

226 km/h

Speed

4 passengers 1 pilot (5 seats total)

Capacity

1715 kg

MTOW

3.4 m

Height

504 shp (376 kW)

Thrust

84 dB SEL, ICAO Chapter 8 compliant

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