Airbus Helicopters EC145 (BK117 D2)

Mitchell 🇺🇸

3h ago · © Unknown

UT Health East Texas 'Air 1' EC145 (BK117 D2) medical helicopter sits ready for another critical mission.

Comments (0)

No comments yet.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max back triple camera 15.66mm f/2.8

Heli Hero, Livery Legend, Boeing Beginner, Airbus Aficionado

4 badges earned

Score: 69.0

Helicopter's livery is clear, but power poles and wires significantly distract from the subject.

Aviation History

A popular twin-engine EMS and law enforcement helicopter, widely used in North America and Europe for air ambulance services.

Fleet Rarity

Common for medical helicopter services in the United States; not a particularly rare airframe.

Safety & Events

The H145/EC145 series is renowned for EMS and SAR roles; N912UT is typical of regional air ambulance operations.

Future Outlook

Active; expected to remain in service for EMS for many years.

2 × Safran Arriel 1E2 turboshafts

Engine

13.03 m

Length

680 km

Range

246 km/h

Speed

Up to 10 (2 crew 8 passengers, or typical EMS fitout: 2 crew 2 medics 1 patient)

Capacity

3,650 kg

MTOW

3.96 m

Height