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The
single-engine AS350B3, powered with a Turbomeca Arriel
2B engine of 847 shp has a proven track record. Its
flexibility and low acquisition cost has made it
very sought-after helicopter to perform a wide range
of missions. The aircraft is specially known for
its passenger transport activity such as business
and tourist flights. Its spacious and comfortable
cabin can accommodate up to six passengers.
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view ensures optimum visibility for all the passengers
and crew. Thanks to its high useful load, it is well
suited to all missions requiring various mission equipment
for police, medical transport and utility operations. |
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| ENGINE RATING |
CREW |
| Take-off power |
847shp |
Pilot / passengers |
1 / 6 |
| Max continuous |
728shp |
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| TRANSMISSION
RATING |
WEIGHTS |
| Max continuous |
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Max take off
(int./ext. load) |
2800 kg |
| OEI Max contingency
(2.5min) |
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Basic empty |
1202 kg |
| OEI Max continuous |
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| PERFORMANCE
(ISA,SL, 750KG) |
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| Max cruise
speed |
260km/h |
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| Rate of climb |
10m/s |
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| Max range |
660km |
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| Max endurance |
3.0hours |
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| MAIN CHARACTERISTICS |
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Large open and spacious
cabin, floor in light alloy sheet metal with
a pilot and co-pilot seats, |
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adjustable in reach, removable,
complete with safety belts and dual strap shoulder
harnesses |
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2-place rear bench seat,
foldable separately, complete with safety belts
and shoulder harnesses |
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Pilot & co-pilot jettison
able doors each fitted with sliding window |
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This helicopter is well
adapted to flight in high and hot climate conditions.
Owing to its tangible power |
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reserves, which guarantees
safety, the aircraft is often used for many other
mission than that of |
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passenger transport. |
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The helicopter is very
easy to be converted from passenger transport
to utility helicopter in less than |
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one hour |
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