Airbus Helicopters H145 (EC145 T2)

18 Apr 2026 · © KiwiAviation1

An Airbus Helicopters H145 (EC145 T2) in air ambulance livery undergoing maintenance, with interior and rotorhead exposed, inside a hangar.

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Aircraft

H145 (EC145 T2) EC145

Red and yellow, Freemasons sponsorship, air ambulance scheme

Manufacturer

Airbus Helicopters

Gear

iPhone 12 Pro

Achievements

Heli Hero, Airbus Aficionado

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Location

Christchurch International Airport

CHC/NZCH

-43.4890, 172.5320

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Christchurch International Airport CHC

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

Widely used helicopter for emergency medical, air rescue, law enforcement, and utility work worldwide; advanced version of the classic BK117 line.

Fleet Rarity

Popular in the air ambulance community, but relatively uncommon compared to light utility helicopters; operated by specialized fleets.

Record Flights

Commonly used for critical rapid-response flight profiles in EMS; known for rare urban rooftop landings and mountain rescue ops.

Safety & Events

No major hull-loss accident with this model noted; widely credited for many challenging rescue missions.

Future Outlook

Modern, in-production model; will remain in EMS and utility service for years.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney Canada PW210E

Engine

Not applicable (rotor diameter: 11.00 m)

Wingspan

13.64 m

Length

680 km

Range

246 km/h

Speed

9 passengers (typically configured for EMS/air ambulance role)

Capacity

3,800 kg

MTOW

3.95 m

Height

Each engine: 824 shp (615 kW)

Thrust

Approx. 82 dB SEL (complies with ICAO Chapter 8 noise regulations for rotorcraft)

Noise