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HELICOPTERS

H160
Technical Description
2023
Technical Description

Contents

1 Foreword ............................................................................................................................... 3
2 General Characteristics ....................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Cockpit and Cabin layouts ........................................................................................... 7
2.2 Cockpit and Cabin ........................................................................................................ 9
2.3 Weight .......................................................................................................................... 9
2.4 Power Ratings .............................................................................................................. 9
2.5 Fuel Capacities ............................................................................................................ 9
2.6 External Dimensions .................................................................................................. 10
2.7 Internal Dimensions ................................................................................................... 11
3 Mission configuration and performance .......................................................................... 19
3.1 Offshore Transportation Configuration ....................................................................... 23
3.2 HEMS Transportation Configuration .......................................................................... 27
3.3 Commercial Air Transport Configuration .................................................................... 31
3.4 Public Services & SAR Configuration ........................................................................ 35
4 Generic Performance and external sound level .............................................................. 43
4.1 Aircraft Performance Data.......................................................................................... 43
4.2 External sound level ................................................................................................... 53
5 Support & Services ............................................................................................................ 55
5.1 Hcare Services ........................................................................................................... 55
5.2 Hcare Store ................................................................................................................ 60
6 Abbreviations...................................................................................................................... 79

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1 Foreword

With 68 patents, the innovative H160® is the world’s most technologically advanced
helicopter able to fulfill customer requirements for the next 30 to 40 years.

Joining the helicopter product range between the H145® and the H175®, this 6-tonne multi-
mission aircraft becomes the first member of the H generation. The entire design was based
on one overriding goal: to create added value for customers in terms of innovation, safety,
economic competitiveness, and to provide a new support concept. Both clearer and quieter,
the H160 takes a step forward in respect for the environment.
The H160’s entry into service took place in Japan in 2021.
Its first Type Certification was delivered by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA),
followed by Japanese Certification (JCAB), Brazilian Certification (ANAC), Philippines
(CAAP) and Saudi Arabia (GACA).
The Certification validation processes are in progress with the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Transport Canada (TCCA), the Chinese CAAC...
The “Versatile” medium twin, multi-mission helicopter H160 aims at answering all mission
market segments:
 Offshore Transport
 Emergency Medical Service (EMS) applications
 Commercial Air transport
 Public Services: Police and SAR
 Business and Private Aviation(*)

(*) please refer to the dedicated ACH Technical Description

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H160 encompasses the following main values:

 Safety and Comfort Enhancer


H160 offers the smoothest ride whether its passengers are doctors treating a patient, a
crew going to an oil rig or a VIP commuting.
Its cabin is specifically designed to provide a spacious and comfortable environment.
The large hold, accessible from both sides of the helicopter, can accommodate luggage
and if required, additional mission equipment.

The H160 complies with the latest regulations. It exceeds the requirements of the latest
and most demanding regulation (certification standard CS-29) and the most stringent
International Oil & Gas Producer (IOGP 690 and CAP best practices) guidelines.
It offers a unique situation awareness thank to its heightened cockpit visibility, the flat
attitude in all flight phases including landing, hovering and with the Helionix philosophy
of decreasing pilot workload.
The H160 baseline, so-called “ Common Configuration”, is equipped with important pilot
tools such as Dual FMS with LPV function and search pattern, radio COM / NAV, TCASII
linked to AFCS, HTAWS, SVS, HUMS, HFDM, alerting system and failure management,
ADSB-out and tail fin camera.
Its baseline also includes the unique Airbus® digital Dual / Duplex 4-axis Automatic Flight
Control System with its upper and auto hover modes.
The Fenestron©, and the high ground clearance of the main rotor, also contribute to
enhancing safety on ground.

 Game changing support concept


The H160 has been designed to be maintained autonomously far from the maintenance
base (without returning to base every night).
The maintenance plan has been optimized (engine and airframe maintenance plans are
aligned), and defined in partnership with the airworthiness authorities and operators
applying the MSG-3 methodology. In addition, the H160 will implement a paperless eco-
system with new digital tools for maintenance.

 Customer Centric Economic balance


The H160’s economic competitiveness is based on 3 pillars, very low fuel consumption,
optimized maintenance costs, and faster cruise speed compared to other helicopters in
its class.

 Sustainable Partner
With a 15% lower fuel consumption compared to the previous generation, the H160 is
immediately on the winners' podium. It is also certified to operate with 50% Sustainable
Aviation Fuel (SAF)/Biofuel without restrictions. Thanks to the blue edge blades, its
fenestron, and the engine RPM adaptability, the H160 is one of the quietest helicopter of
its range, with 15 dBA of external noise perceived. Its environmental footprint is reduced
between -15 to -30% CO2 emission.

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Safety Policy
Airbus' chief priority is to support flight safety for the thousands of passengers and crew around
the world who are transported in its aircraft every day.

This commitment is reflected across all company activities involving the helicopter lifecycle:
from the design to the maintenance in operation and associated training or through
partnerships. Airbus’ activities are focused on exceeding industry safety standards to support
safe operations.

Airbus’ Aviation Safety policy is based on the following vision:


 Reaching excellence in Product Safety including survivability technologies and the
implementation of Human Hazards Analysis to prevent Human Factor occurrences also in
maintenance and production;
 Being the benchmark in Safety in operation by implementing the AH Safety Management
System for delivery of safe aircrafts and services as well as delivering support tools to our
operators;

It also supports the EASA rotorcraft safety roadmap to reduce accidents and it includes
the safety view of other industry bodies such as Heli-Offshore, International Association of Oil
and Gas Producers (IOGP) and International Helicopters Safety Foundation (IHSF).

In consequence, Airbus vastly invests in Product Safety and Operational Aviation Safety
Enhancements, beyond the Authority’s Certification requirements.

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2 General Characteristics
2.1 Cockpit and Cabin layouts
The H160 offers an unrivalled visibility for both pilots and passengers, who benefit from a
panoramic view. Thanks to the large volume of the cabin, the passengers enjoy a maximum
level of comfort. Two independent Environmental Control Systems, including an effective new
generation air conditioning system that feeds individual outlets for the crew and for the
passengers, ensure cabin and cockpit ventilation.
The cockpit is designed in order to maximize pilot visibility, and to keep the pilot’s eyes
outside.
The cockpit transparencies concept avoids glare and internal reflections.
Two removable pilot and co-pilot crashworthy pilot seats, adjustable in height, forward and
aft are equipped with a 5 points harness.

The cabin offers a capacity of up to 12 passengers. The unobstructed large cabin has been
specially conceived to provide a spacious, comfortable environment, and rapid egress
capability.
The flat cabin floor is fitted with floor inserts, allowing the installation of the 12 standard
crashworthy seats layout of the Commercial Transportation Configuration.

Cabin access is abled through two wide sliding doors and two long fixed footsteps, on both
sides of the helicopter.

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The 12-seat layout is splitted in three rows of 4-single seats, while the first row is facing
backward.

Each seat is equipped with a headrest, a 4-point harness and a net located underneath the
structure.

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2.2 Cockpit and Cabin

 Minimum crew
 VFR : Single / dual pilot
 IFR : Single / dual pilot
 Transport
 Passengers : Up to 12 passengers with comfortable seats

2.3 Weight
kg lb
 Favorite Equipped Empty weight :
 O&G configuration 3,965 8,741
 CAT configuration 3,820 8,422
 HEMS configuration without EMS kit1 3,700 8,157
 Public Services configuration 3,780 8,333

 Maximum Takeoff Weight 6,050 13,338

 Maximum weight for taxiing 6,100 13,448


1- HEMS Favorite Equipped Empty Weight without EMS kit weight
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2.4 Power Ratings

2 x Safran Helicopter Engines ARRANO 1A turbo shaft engines

All Engine Operative (AEO) kW shp


 Takeoff power (TOP) 955(*) 1,280
 Maximum continuous power (MCP) 903(*) 1,210
(*) Per engine

One Engine Inoperative (OEI) kW shp


 OEI-HI (30s) 1,061 1,422
 OEI-LO (2 min) 1,011 1,355
 OEI-CT (continuous) 966 1,295
Note: Thermodynamic values per engine, in standard atmosphere, at Sea Level.

2.5 Fuel Capacities


liters US gal kg lb
 Standard fuel tank – Pressure refueling 1400 370 1,120 2,469
 Standard fuel tank – Gravity refueling 1440 381 1,152 2,540

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2.6 External Dimensions

Main Rotor clearance:


 Rotor turning: 3.48 m / 11.4 ft
 Rotor stopped: 2.07 m / 6.79 ft
Airframe clearance: 0.34 m / 1.1 ft @ MTOW
D-value = 15.67 m (< 16 m)

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2.7 Internal Dimensions

Surface Volume
CABIN up to 5.66 m² up to 7.30 m³
HOLD (*) 2.66 m² (max 2.86 m²) 2.15 m³ (max 2.28 m³)

(*): max value corresponds to hold configuration compatible with Extension of the cargo hold volume (option)

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Breakthrough Design and Innovation


Designed with the latest innovations (it has 68 new patents in all) including Blue Edge® blades, a
canted Fenestron® and a biplane stabilizer, performance is second to none.

 Composite fuselage

Airbus® decided for H160 to mix and use the best of the technology depending on the usage
(mainly Carbon fiber, with some parts in composite and metal).
Its crashworthy fuselage, made of full composite, maximizes the occupant safety, complying with
the latest and most demanding CS29 requirements, and reduces maintenance interventions.
Specific efforts have been made for galvanic corrosion prevention, facilitating maintenance for
operators even in the most demanding environment.

 New Generation ARRANO 1A engine

The Arrano 1A is the latest generation engine from Safran Helicopter Engines. Thanks to the 34
new patents, it offers significant reductions in fuel consumption for improved range and payload,
along with a reduced environmental footprint.
It integrates the 4th generation of Dual Channel
FADEC, allowing a high piloting confort.
The Arrano demonstrates a perfect synthesis of
new and proven technologies. It features a two-
stage centrifugal compressor associated with
variable inlet guided vanes reducing specific fuel
consumption at all flight phases and particularly
at cruise power, enabling to increase the
mission range.
Engines are easily interchangeable from left to
right. The maintenance plan of the engines has
been aligned with the helicopter maintenance
plan. This engine is easy operability, its design
reduces significantly the maintenance time with
most parts and all accessories replaceable in
the field.
 Blue Edges® Blades

The blue Edges blades drastically reduce the


sound signature of the aircraft and remove the
disturbing “flapping” aspect of the main rotor,
which gives the H160 an unprecedented and
environmentally friendly acoustic footprint.
This new blade concept also increases the
performance in hover and low speed flights
compared to conventional blades.

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 Canted Fenestron® Tail Rotor

With its 1.20m diameter, it is the biggest and the most


powerful Fenestron on the market.

The Fenestron concept brings an extraordinary level of safety


in flight and on ground for operations around the helicopter.

The Fenestron reduces sound level significantly (up to 50%


less perceived sound).

The canted Fenestron smoothes the attitudes of the aircraft in


low speed flights, which facilitates critical operations such as
landings on small surfaces and bring extraordinary comfort for
passengers.

 Horizontal Biplane Stabilizer®

The handling qualities are improved by the


two surfaces that contribute to aircraft
stability in high speed flight.
In low speed flights, it reduces the impact of
the interaction between the main rotor
downwash and tail surfaces as one surface
is masked by the other.
This results in a reduction of aircraft nose up
attitudes in low speed flights such as
approach and hovering. It facilitates
operations, bringing additional comfort for
passengers and better performance.

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Avionics, a Real Airbus family - H135® / H145® / H160® / H175®


The Avionics System is built around an Avionics suite called HELIONIX®.

HELIONIX the already proven Human Machine Interface offers all the flight parameters in the most
intuitive way, and in a single view for an optimized flight management. The crew alerting system with
part time display reduces drastically the pilot workload by simplifying and decluttering the
information presented.
Its unique redundancies between 2 aircraft management computers, 4 displays and its automatic
reconfiguration concept without any aircrew action, contribute to reach highest safety levels.

It offers a self-diagnostic function and a data downloading function to ground stations to ease
maintenance and reduce failure localization time.
Thanks to its full system interchangeability and highly integrated system, HELIONIX is a very simple
solution to fly and to maintain.

Above all, the HELIONIX family allows Pilots having H175 type rating, a short cut to pass to H160 type
rating, with a reduced number of flight hours on Flight simulator and aircraft.
Concerning the short cut for others aircrafts fitted with HELIONIX suite, such as H145 and H135, the
reduced time rating will follow.

H160

H135 H175 H145

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Safety by design
 The worker-friendly partner
The H160 introduces a new working environment, reducing workers’ fatigue by providing
greater safety on the ground thanks to very low internal and external sound levels. The downwash
on the ground has almost disappeared with the new RPM law when the engines are in idle mode.
The very high main rotor clearance and the famous Fenestron® tail rotor enable safe operations
around the aircraft.

In flight, the impressive visibility provided by both the cockpit and the cabin, combined with a
smooth flight experience even at fast cruise speed, alongside a brand new high performing air
conditioning system, the H160 sets a new standard in comfort for stress-free passengers and
crew members.

Pilots will enjoy unique and heightened situation awareness due to the very flat attitude in flight
that improves the visibility from the aircraft. TCAS, HTAWS and the tail fin camera included in the
baseline are precious tools for pilot serenity.

 Simple and Intuitive


Because simplicity is the best way towards safety, the H160 is very easy to fly and to maintain.

Top-notch automation, huge margins, and the first ever helicopter electronic flight manual make
the aircraft very intuitive to fly. 3D technical publications and easy troubleshooting tools give
technicians the necessary information to be able to maintain this aircraft as easily as a light twin.

Digital continuity and digital documentation used on the multiplatform ground segment will
change the way you manage your fleet daily from dispatching, airworthiness management
to training, decreasing errors and improving reactivity.

 More Protective
By design, the H160 offers more protection. Reliability is improved with new sensors and more
redundancy to avoid “return to base” situations for false alarms. The new Airbus way of developing
(Dynamic and System helicopter 0) will offer an unprecedented level of maturity at entry into
service. Last but not least, the new generation Final Assembly Line ensures top quality aircraft
at delivery.

The flight envelope is protected like no other with VNE, Vortex and ground proximity managed
automatically by the Helionix® autopilot. Even in extreme situations (such as loss of reference) a
double click on the cyclic stick will engage the recovery mode and stabilize the speed and attitude
of the aircraft so that the pilot can regain control of the helicopter.
Moreover, this aircraft is extremely stable without the autopilot engaged. The protective
measures make the H160 fault tolerant in all situations, even if you have to move in a sudden
and aggressive way to prevent bird strike.

Regarding Survivability, we are beyond compliance whether it is general certification


requirements, or the demanding operational standards of the Oil & Gas IOGP and CAP rules.

For instance, the H160 emergency floats are of course Sea State 6 compliant, and they also take
into account irregular waves with additional drift anchor. The emergency exits are oversized
(windows above type IV) thus removing any limits on extra broad people.

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Maturity to maximize added value for our customers


Ensuring maturity of H160 has been a priority for Airbus since program launch.
Introducing H160 into our customer’s fleet has to be as seamless as possible in order to maximize
customer experience and return on investment.

To achieve this objective, H160 is benefiting from three main drivers based on Airbus extensive
experience.

 Product maturity

With H160, Airbus has introduced a new way of developing aircraft, based on innovative
development means such as H160 System Helicopter Zero and H160 Dynamic Helicopter Zero.
These means are providing H160 with unparalleled opportunities to test and mature all
innovations introduced on H160 even before they are put in flight.

Three prototypes have been used by Airbus to conduct in-flight testing with maximum level of
agility and performance. Thanks to the risk mitigation benefits brought by the two innovative test
means (DHC0 and SHC0), flight test activity of prototypes and its efficiency is maximized.

 Industrial maturity

Through the introduction of brand new industrial model, H160 is at the forefront of the industrial
efficiency and is benefiting from a comprehensive set of industrial innovation allowing to secure
a high level of quality.
 Breakthrough Final Assembly Line (flow line with five assembly stations) inspired by the best
practices from the Airbus family.
 Main Component Assembly logic with sites specialization to ensure repetitiveness and
highest level of industrial performance.
 Ring process allowing to correct as early as possible any possible defect with the support of
suppliers.

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 Support maturity

Airbus is introducing with H160 a new way of testing and maturing all support means and activities
with the end customer experience as a top priority.

From Operator zero to in-service phase.

Anticipation of key support drivers

In order to secure the perfect integration of support performance as design criteria, dedicated
support engineers have been incorporated with design teams.
This allowed influencing design as of day one to maximize support performance and above all
take into account parameters influencing support activities (unscheduled removal analysis, tools
configuration management, text less documentation, computerized RFM, etc.).

 Top irritants identification => Continuous analysis and regular review of customer irritants to
integrate them into H160 design
 Lessons learned (e.g. unscheduled removal analysis, tools configuration management, text
less documentation,)
 Set-up guidelines / integration into design (for design office, production and support)
 Real dimension testing => Test benches, Operator Zero and operational campaigns (e.g.
computerized RFM delivered to flight tests)

Verification and validation

With H160, Airbus has introduced the “Operator Zero” concept which focuses on testing all support
means and activities with the eyes of the end-customer.

Each flight test campaign has been coupled with dedicated activities to assess and verify that
support means are ready and consistent with H160 ambition (technical publication, tooling’s, digital
means, etc.).

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Breakthrough Support and Innovation

 New Generation technical publications


 Focus on useful data bringing simplicity, intuitiveness and safety

 Documentation tailored to customers


delivered configuration
 3D Textless approach Step by step and
illustrated procedures
 On-line update and off-line capability

Tablet solution computerized RFM (c-RFM)


including electronic MMEL

 Structural repair solution ensuring the necessary level of autonomy

 Zoning integrated in Tech Pub (3D model)


 First level repair solutions introduced in Tech Pub
based on zoning and damage criteria
 Advanced repairs supported by Airbus flying teams
anytime anywhere when required
 Repair kits proposed through logistics
 Part of H160 training syllabus

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3 Mission configuration and performance

Airbus proposes different mission configurations for the H160, which is commercialized
through a Favorite policy.

A Favorite configuration is built around:


 H160 Common configuration (i.e. the common elements to all H160 Favorites)
 Plus the main installations and equipment selected to perform the targeted missions

All of the H160 Favorites can be complemented by additional equipment from the further
available equipment list to refine the customer’s specific configuration.

 H160 Common configuration

The Common configuration, as per reference 160 23.100.01 E, is the first brick of the
Favorite concept.

The purpose of this chapter is to highlight the list of the main basic installations of the
aircraft, common with all Favorites.

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3.1 Offshore Transportation Configuration


Oil & Gas: Flight Efficiency, Committed to production and Competitiveness

In its offshore configuration, the cabin of the H160 is designed to carry up to twelve
passengers with nobody further than one seat from the exit. Its unobstructed large cabin
has been specially designed to provide a spacious, comfortable environment and rapid
egress capability.
The H160 in Offshore configuration mostly exceeds the Oil & Gas Producer (IOGP 690)
and CAP requirements:
 Sea state 6 certified emergency floatation gear that can be manually inflated in flight
or automatically at ditching
 External life raft integrated at the rear of the cabin footsteps
 Beyond type IV windows with no extra broad limit
 All safety devices such as HEEL, public Address, ADELT…
 A Full HUMS including engine
 Sensors redundancy to avoid return to base on false alarm

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3.1.1 Offshore Transportation Favorite Configuration

Document Commercial
Description
reference reference

00-90018-A 00-90018-03-CI Offshore Transportation Favorite Configuration


Including:
H160 Common configuration (1)
Retractable and swivelling second landing light on RH side
Emergency floatation gear with automatic percussion - Fixed Parts
Emergency floatation gear with automatic percussion - Removable Parts
External life raft installation with PLB compart - Fixed Parts
External life raft installation with PLB compart - Removable Parts
Helicopter Emergency Egress Lighting (HEEL)
Personal Locator Beacon HR Smith PLB 500 series for external life raft (Qty:2)
ADELT HR Smith series 503 with GPS connection - Fixed Parts
ADELT HR Smith series 503 with GPS connection - Removable Parts
12-seat cabin lay-out with 4 points harnesses
VHF/FM NAT NPX 138 - Fixed Parts
VHF/FM NAT NPX 138 - Removable Parts
Satcom IRIDIUM Skytrac (voice and A/C position) (2)
Rig'N Fly mode linked to AFCS (including Enhanced Curser Control Device
and 2nd Radio-Altimeter)
Complement for full Health Monitoring System (HMS) - additional engine sensors

(1) Description in § 3
(2) The Satcom model can be replaced by another type, selected in the further available equipment list

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Technical Description

3.1.2 Further Available Equipment

Document Commercial
Description
reference reference
General Equipment
05-02090-A 05-02090-00-CI Customized external paint scheme (On Request)
05-02101-A 05-02101-00-CI Enhanced polyurethane external paint scheme
05-02102-A 05-02102-00-CI Complex acrylic external paint scheme
05-02103-A 05-02103-00-CI Enhanced acrylic external paint scheme
05-02107-A 05-02107-00-CI Complex polyurethane external paint scheme
05-21038-B 05-21038-01-FP Wire strike protection system - Fixed Parts
05-21038-B 05-21038-01-RP Wire strike protection system - Removable Parts
05-24031-A 05-24031-00-CI High visibility markings of the main rotor blades
05-25039-A 05-25039-01-FP Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) System instead of standard air intake cowling - Fixed parts
05-25039-A 05-25039-01-RP Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) System instead of standard air intake cowling - Removable parts
05-25040-A 05-25040-00-CI Removable parts of the Inlet Barrier Filter replaced by Standard Air Intake cowlings
05-25041-A 05-25041-00-CI Removable parts of the emergency floatation gear replaced by Standard fairings
05-25042-A 05-25042-00-CI Removable parts of the external life raft replaced by Standard fairings
05-26022-A 05-26022-00-CI Complement for anti-corrosion protection for extreme conditions
05-61028-A 05-61028-00-FP Battery 25 Ah instead of standard battery - Fixed parts
05-61028-A 05-61028-00-RP Battery 25 Ah instead of standard battery - Removable Parts

Mission Equipment
06-21044-A 06-21044-01-FP Category 1 high speed electrical hoist - Fixed parts (1)
06-21044-A 06-21044-01-RP Category 1 high speed electrical hoist - Removable parts(2)
06-27055-A 06-27055-00-FP Cargo sling with one video camera (1,600 kg - 3,527 lb) - Fixed Parts
06-27055-A 06-27055-00-RP Cargo sling with one video camera (1,600 kg - 3,527 lb) - Removable Parts
06-70032-A 06-70032-07-CI Full NVIS Cockpit / Cabin and external lighting for Offshore Transport configuration

Interior Cabin Layout & Cargo hold


Interior Cabin07-40039-00-CI
07-40039-A Layout & Cargo hold
Soft floor covering in cabin
07-40043-A 07-40043-00-CI Soft floor covering in cargo hold
07-60056-A 07-60056-01-CI Extension of the cargo hold volume including a net protection
07-60058-A 07-60058-00-CI Cargo hold net
07-70078-A 07-70078-00-CI AAT stretcher for helicopter floor including locker system(3)
07-74110-A 07-74110-00-CI Transaco hoistable stretcher
Avionics
08-12121-A 08-12121-00-CI Wireless intercom system for hoist operator (4) (On Request)
08-14125-A 08-14125-00-CI VHF/AM Collins VHF-4000F n°1 with extended frequency range instead of standard VHF-4000
08-14125-A 08-14125-01-CI VHF/AM Collins VHF-4000F n°2 with extended frequency range instead of standard VHF-4000
08-15580-A 08-15580-00-CI Satcom IRIDIUM Skyconnect (voice and A/C position) instead of Skytrac
08-16168-A 08-16168-00-FP NAT DACS ICS - Control panel on right side of the cabin - Fixed parts
08-16168-A 08-16168-00-RP NAT DACS ICS - Control panel on right side of the cabin - Removable parts
08-17112-A 08-17112-00-CI Wireless intercom system for up to 8 passengers (5) (On Request)
08-18082-A 08-18082-00-CI Wireless headset with charger for passenger (Qty 1) (6)(7) (On Request)
08-18107-A 08-18107-00-CI Wireless mobile station for passenger headset (Qty 1) (6)(7) (On Request)
08-22080-A 08-22080-00-CI Automatic Identification System (AIS) SaaB R5-series
08-24039-A 08-24039-00-CI VOR/ILS/MKR/ADF - Collins NAV-4000 n°1, instead of VOR/ILS/MKR - Collins NAV-4500 n°1

(1) Hoist installation requires ICS control panel on right side of the cabin (FP/RP),
(2) Removable parts of the Electrical hoist requires the removable part of the Wireless Intercom system,
(3) Under STC,
(4) To be selected with hoist installation, and if the wireless intercom for passengers is not included in the configuration,
(5) When number of pax is above 8 , this installation cannot be proposed / or limited to 8 headsets,
(6) Wireless headset and wireless mobile station can be mixed in the cabin but cannot exceed the quantity of 8 devices.
(7) Wireless headset and wireless mobile station require Wireless Intercom System for up to 8 passengers

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Technical Description

3.1.3 Performance Data


Weight

 Equipped Empty Weight (*): 3,965 kg 8,741 lb

(*) corresponding to the weight of the “Offshore Favorite Configuration” - 00-90018-01-CI (please refer to
§3.1.1)

Mission profile assumption

 PC1 / Cat.A Takeoff at MTOW, from Clear Area, SL,


 Outbound flight: climb and cruise at 5000 ft at Best Range speed (VBR)
 PC1 Landing on Helideck (100ft), SL
 Platform operation
 PC1 Takeoff from Helideck (100ft), SL
 Inbound flight: climb and cruise at 5,000 ft at Best Range Speed (VBR)
 PC1/Cat.A Landing on Clear Area, SL
 Reserve: 10 % of the mission fuel + 30 min at Best Endurance Speed, 1,500ft (EASA OPS)
 2 Pilots (85 kg each as per EASA OPS)

Payload - Radius Of Action (ROA)


Computation performed with standard air intakes and without wind:

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Technical Description

3.2 HEMS Transportation Configuration


HEMS: Patient Centric, Stress-free for crew

Equipped with a dedicated EMS kit, the cabin of the H160 is able to carry out primary and
secondary EMS missions. Depending on the EMS Kit, the cabin can be arranged with one
or two stretchers, in longitudinal or transversal position.

The spacious and unobstructed cabin can be accommodated with a large range of EMS
cabin layouts available in the EMS STC holders booklet(*). Mechanical and electrical
provisions are fitted in order to facilitate the customization of the EMS cabin, in accordance
with requests coming from selected EMS outfitters.
The medical equipment kit interface uses the existing floor inserts. Access to the cargo
compartment from the cabin is possible. This additional volume allows the storage of the
medical equipment.

Thanks to the large volume of the cabin, the new generation air conditioning system, the
low vibration and low sound level, the medical crews, patients and premature children, enjoy
maximum comfort.

Due to its high rotor clearance, a low level of turbulence, two large sliding doors and the low
sound levels when the engines are in idle mode, the H160 allows easy and safe patient
loading and unloading.
With only two-degree nose-up in hover and less than ten degrees in approach, the H160
attitude is transparent for patient stabilization.

Not only patient-centric and stress-free for crew, the H160 will do the job faster thanks to a
very fast (less than 2 min) and reliable (100% successful) automatic starting sequence.
If necessary, pilots will be able to use max cruise speed with no additional vibrations, and
optimized MMEL (Master Minimum Equipment List) to almost never ground the aircraft even
in degraded mode.
(*) Please ask the assistance of an Airbus Sales representative to get an overview of the EMS installations
through the dedicated booklet.

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Technical Description

3.2.1 HEMS Favorite Configuration

Document Commercial
Description
reference reference

00-90032-A 00-90032-06-CI HEMS Favorite Configuration


Including:
H160 Common configuration (1)
Emergency floatation gear with automatic percussion - Fixed Parts
External life raft installation with PLB compart - Fixed Parts
Helicopter Emergency Egress Lighting (HEEL)
ADELT HR SMITH series 503 with GPS connection - Fixed Parts
Full NVIS Cockpit / Cabin and external lighting - including 2nd dual mode landing light
EMS fixed provisions package
VHF/FM NAT NPX 138 – Fixed Parts

(1) Description in § 3

3.2.2 Mandatory Equipment

Document Commercial
Description
reference reference
(2)
Interior Cabin Layout
07-25101-A 07-25101-00-CI 12-seat cabin layout with 4 points harnesses
07-25118-A 07-25118-00-CI Four standard seats in the cabin with 4 points harnesses (3)
07-25122-A 07-25122-00-CI One additional standard seat in the cabin with 4 points harnesses (3)
07-25123-A 07-25123-00-CI Aircraft delivered without cabin layout (3)

(2) One of the proposed cabin layouts must be selected


(3) Interior cabin layout includes an additional emergency exit lighting

3.2.3 Further Available Equipment

Document Commercial
Description
reference reference
General Equipment
05-02090-A 05-02090-00-CI Customized external paint scheme (On Request)
05-02101-A 05-02101-00-CI Enhanced polyurethane external paint scheme
05-02102-A 05-02102-00-CI Complex acrylic external paint scheme
05-02103-A 05-02103-00-CI Enhanced acrylic external paint scheme
05-02107-A 05-02107-00-CI Complex polyurethane external paint scheme
05-21038-B 05-21038-01-FP Wire strike protection system - Fixed Parts
05-21038-B 05-21038-01-RP Wire strike protection system- Removable Parts
05-24031-A 05-24031-00-CI High visibility markings of the main rotor blades
05-25039-A 05-25039-01-FP Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) System instead of standard air intake cowling - Fixed parts
05-25039-A 05-25039-01-RP Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) System instead of standard air intake cowling - Removable parts
05-25040-A 05-25040-00-CI Removable parts of the Inlet Barrier Filter replaced by Standard Air Intake cowlings
05-25041-A 05-25041-00-CI Removable parts of the emergency floatation gear replaced by Standard fairings
05-25042-A 05-25042-00-CI Removable parts of the external life raft replaced by Standard fairings
05-26022-A 05-26022-00-CI Complement for anti-corrosion protection for extreme conditions
05-31153-A 05-31153-00-CI Tinted cabin windows
05-61028-A 05-61028-00-FP Battery 25 Ah instead of standard battery - Fixed parts
05-61028-A 05-61028-00-RP Battery 25 Ah instead of standard battery - Removable Parts

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Technical Description

Further Available Equipment (continued)

Document Commercial
Description
reference reference
Mission Equipment
06-21044-A 06-21044-01-FP Category 1 high speed electrical hoist - Fixed parts (1)
06-21044-A 06-21044-01-RP Category 1 high speed electrical hoist - Removable parts(2)
06-27055-A 06-27055-00-FP Cargo sling with one video camera (1,600 kg - 3,527 lb) - Fixed Parts
06-27055-A 06-27055-00-RP Cargo sling with one video camera (1,600 kg - 3,527 lb) - Removable Parts
06-45084-A 06-45084-00-FP High intensity search light TRAKKA A800 - Fixed Parts (3)
06-45084-A 06-45084-00-RP High intensity search light TRAKKA A800 - Removable Parts (3)
06-61037-A 06-61037-03-RP Emergency floatation gear with automatic percussion - Removable Parts
06-62035-A 06-62035-01-RP 06-61037-A
External life raft installation with PLB compart - Removable Parts
06-67082-A 06-67082-00-CI Personal Locator Beacon HR Smith PLB 500 series for external life raft (Qty:2)
06-67083-A 06-67083-00-RP ADELT HR SMITH series 503 with GPS connection - Removable Parts
06-71012-A 06-71012-01-FP Black curtain between cabin and cockpit - Fixed Parts
06-71012-A 06-71012-01-RP Black curtain between cabin and cockpit - Removable Parts
Interior Cabin Layout & Cargo hold
07-40039-A 07-40039-00-CI Soft floor covering in cabin
07-40043-A 07-40043-00-CI Soft floor covering in cargo hold
07-60056-A 07-60056-01-CI Extension of the cargo hold volume including a net protection
07-60058-A 07-60058-00-CI Cargo hold net
07-74110-A 07-74110-00-CI Transaco hoistable stretcher
Avionics
08-12103-A 08-12103-00-RP VHF/FM NAT NPX 138 - Removable Parts
08-12121-A 08-12121-00-CI Wireless intercom system for hoist operator (4) (On Request)
08-15571-A 08-15571-00-CI Satcom IRIDIUM Skyconnect (voice and A/C position)
08-15572-A 08-15572-00-CI Satcom IRIDIUM Skytrac (voice and A/C position)
08-16168-A 08-16168-00-FP NAT DACS ICS - Control panel on right side of the cabin - Fixed parts
08-16168-A 08-16168-00-RP NAT DACS ICS - Control panel on right side of the cabin - Removable parts
08-16171-A 08-16171-00-FP NAT DACS ICS - Control panel on left side of the cabin - Fixed parts
08-16171-A 08-16171-00-RP NAT DACS ICS - Control panel on left side of the cabin - Removable parts
08-17112-A 08-17112-00-CI Wireless intercom system for up to 8 passengers (5) (On Request)
08-18082-A 08-18082-00-CI Wireless headset with charger for passenger (Qty 1) (6)(7) (On Request)
08-18107-A 08-18107-00-CI Wireless mobile station for passenger headset (Qty 1) (6)(7) (On Request)
08-21037-A 08-21037-00-CI Second radio altimeter - Thales AHV-1600
08-24039-A 08-24039-00-CI VOR/ILS/MKR/ADF - Collins NAV-4000 n°1, instead of VOR/ILS/MKR - Collins NAV-4500 n°1
08-83051-A 08-83051-00-CI Complement for full Health Monitoring System (HMS) - additional engine sensors

(1) Hoist installation requires ICS control panel on right side of the cabin (FP/RP),
(2) Removable parts of the Electrical hoist requires the removable part of the Wireless Intercom system,
(3) « Please check date of availability as it may impact H/C lead time »
(4) To be selected with hoist installation, and if the wireless intercom for passengers is not included in the configuration,
(5) When number of pax is above 8 , this installation cannot be proposed / or limited to 8 headsets,
(6) Wireless headset and wireless mobile station can be mixed in the cabin but cannot exceed the quantity of 8 devices.
(7) Wireless headset and wireless mobile station require Wireless Intercom System for up to 8 passengers.

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Technical Description

3.2.4 Performance Data


Weight

 Equipped Empty Weight (*): 3, 700 kg 8,157 lb

(*) corresponding to the weight of the “HEMS Favorite Configuration” - 00-90032-03-CI (please refer to §3.2.1)
with an empty cabin.

Mission profile assumption

 PC1 / Cat.A Takeoff, from Ground Helipad, SL


 Climb and cruise at 5,000 ft at Best Range speed (VBR)
 PC1 / Cat.A Landing, on Ground Helipad,SL
 Reserve: 20 min at Best Endurance speed, 1,500ft
 2 Pilots (80 kg each)

Payload - Range
Computation performed with standard air intakes and without wind:

Note: due to the empty cabin, the weight & balance is not taken into account in this payload range.

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Technical Description

3.3 Commercial Air Transport Configuration


Commercial Air Transport: The Ultimate Passenger Experience

In its Commercial Air Transport (CAT) configuration, the cabin of the H160 can welcome up
to twelve passengers. Baggage can easily be accommodated in the spacious rear hold, which
can be accessed from both side of the aircraft.

Passengers get the highest level of serenity thanks to a combination of lowest level of
vibrations, of a huge visibility outside, of a powerful new generation air conditioning system
with individual outlets and the best volume per seat in its class.

Thanks to the low sound level in the cabin, passengers feel comfortable on board without any
headset. The noise footprint is reduced to a minimum offering a better external perceived
sound level for the neighborhood.
For a Private and Business Aviation experience we propose an ACH160 lines configuration.

With its unrivalled Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS), the H160 offers ground breaking
innovations for safety and comfort. The Dual duplex 4-axis autopilot with its upper modes
provide for example: an automatic takeoff from hovering, a recovery mode in case of pilot
disorientation, VORTEX protection, etc…

It is compliant with best safety practices such as emergency exits and push-out windows
larger than type IV, Sea state-6 certification, innovative alerting system and failure
management.

When it comes to establishing the profitability of CAT, the analysis criteria are often the same,
consumption, speed and time to go.
With its engines of the last generation, the H160 offers a significant reduction of fuel
consumption of 15% compare to the previous generation.
Able to reach up to 150 knots in cruise, the speed will allow the travelers to reach their
destinations by reducing the duration of their journeys.

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Technical Description

3.3.1 Commercial Air Transport Favorite Configuration

Document Commercial
Description
reference reference

00-90019-A 00-90019-03- CI Commercial Air Transport Favorite Configuration


Including:
H160 Common configuration (1)
Emergency floatation gear with automatic percussion - Fixed Parts
External life raft installation with PLB compart - Fixed Parts
Helicopter Emergency Egress Lighting (HEEL)
ADELT HR SMITH series 503 with GPS connection - Fixed Parts
12-seat cabin layout with 4 points harnesses
VHF/FM NAT NPX 138 – Fixed Parts

(1) Description in § 3

3.3.2 Further Available Equipment

Document Commercial
Description
reference reference
General Equipment
05-02090-A 05-02090-00-CI Customized external paint scheme (On Request)
05-02101-A 05-02101-00-CI Enhanced polyurethane external paint scheme
05-02102-A 05-02102-00-CI Complex acrylic external paint scheme
05-02103-A 05-02103-00-CI Enhanced acrylic external paint scheme
05-02107-A 05-02107-00-CI Complex polyurethane external paint scheme
05-21038-B 05-21038-01-FP Wire strike protection system - Fixed Parts
05-21038-B 05-21038-01-RP Wire strike protection system- Removable Parts
05-24031-A 05-24031-00-CI High visibility markings of the main rotor blades
05-25039-A 05-25039-01-FP Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) System instead of standard air intake cowling - Fixed parts
05-25039-A 05-25039-01-RP Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) System instead of standard air intake cowling - Removable parts
05-25040-A 05-25040-00-CI Removable parts of the Inlet Barrier Filter replaced by Standard Air Intake cowlings
05-25041-A 05-25041-00-CI Removable parts of the emergency floatation gear replaced by Standard fairings
05-25042-A 05-25042-00-CI Removable parts of the external life raft replaced by Standard fairings
05-26022-A 05-26022-00-CI Complement for anti-corrosion protection for extreme conditions
05-61028-A 05-61028-00-FP Battery 25 Ah instead of standard battery - Fixed parts
05-61028-A 05-61028-00-RP Battery 25 Ah instead of standard battery - Removable Parts

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This document is the property of Airbus Helicopters®; no part of it shall be reproduced or transmitted without the express prior written authorization of Airbus Helicopters® and its contents shall not be disclosed. © Airbus Helicopters® – All rights reserved.
Technical Description

Further Available Equipment (Continued)

Document Commercial
Description
reference reference
Mission Equipment
06-21044-A 06-21044-01-FP Category 1 high speed electrical hoist - Fixed parts (1)
06-21044-A 06-21044-01-RP Category 1 high speed electrical hoist - Removable parts (2)
06-27055-A 06-27055-00-FP Cargo sling with one video camera (1,600 kg - 3,527 lb) - Fixed Parts
06-27055-A 06-27055-00-RP Cargo sling with one video camera (1,600 kg - 3,527 lb) - Removable Parts
06-42057-A 06-42057-00-CI Retractable and swivelling second landing light on RH side (3)
06-61037-A 06-61037-03-RP Emergency floatation gear with automatic percussion - Removable Parts
06-62035-A 06-62035-01-RP External life raft installation with PLB compart - Removable Parts
06-67082-A 06-67082-00-CI Personal Locator Beacon HR Smith PLB 500 series for external life raft (Qty:2)
06-67083-A 06-67083-00-RP ADELT HR SMITH series 503 with GPS connection - Removable Parts
06-70032-A 06-70032-06-CI Full NVIS Cockpit / Cabin and external lighting - including 2nd dual mode landing light (3)

Interior Cabin Layout & Cargo hold


Interior Cabin07-40039-00-CI
07-40039-A Layout & Cargo hold
Soft floor covering in cabin
07-40043-A 07-40043-00-CI Soft floor covering in cargo hold
07-60056-A 07-60056-01-CI Extension of the cargo hold volume including a net protection
07-60058-A 07-60058-00-CI Cargo hold net
07-74110-A 07-74110-00-CI Transaco hoistable stretcher

Avionics
08-12103-A 08-12103-00-RP VHF/FM NAT NPX 138 - Removable Parts
08-12121-A 08-12121-00-CI Wireless intercom system for hoist operator (4) (On Request)
08-15571-A 08-15571-00-CI Satcom IRIDIUM Skyconnect (voice and A/C position)
08-15572-A 08-15572-00-CI Satcom IRIDIUM Skytrac (voice and A/C position)
08-16168-A 08-16168-00-FP NAT DACS ICS - Control panel on right side of the cabin - Fixed parts
08-16168-A 08-16168-00-RP NAT DACS ICS - Control panel on right side of the cabin - Removable parts
08-17112-A 08-17112-00-CI Wireless intercom system for up to 8 passengers (5) (On Request)
08-18082-A 08-18082-00-CI Wireless headset with charger for passenger (Qty 1) (6)(7) (On Request)
08-18107-A 08-18107-00-CI Wireless mobile station for passenger headset (Qty 1) (6)(7) (On Request)
08-21037-A 08-21037-00-CI Second radio altimeter - Thales AHV-1600
08-24039-A 08-24039-00-CI VOR/ILS/MKR/ADF - Collins NAV-4000 n°1, instead of VOR/ILS/MKR - Collins NAV-4500 n°1
08-83051-A 08-83051-00-CI Complement for full Health Monitoring System (HMS) - additional engine sensors

(1) Hoist installation requires ICS control panel on right side of the cabin (FP/RP),
(2) Removable parts of the Electrical hoist requires the removable part of the Wireless Intercom system,
(3) Second landing light installation is not compatible with the Full NVIS installation,
(4) To be selected with hoist installation, and if the wireless intercom for passengers is not included in the configuration,
(5) When number of pax is above 8 , this installation cannot be proposed / or limited to 8 headsets,
(6) Wireless headset and wireless mobile station can be mixed in the cabin but cannot exceed the quantity of 8 devices.
(7) Wireless headset and wireless mobile station require Wireless Intercom System for up to 8 passengers

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This document is the property of Airbus Helicopters®; no part of it shall be reproduced or transmitted without the express prior written authorization of Airbus Helicopters® and its contents shall not be disclosed. © Airbus Helicopters® – All rights reserved.
Technical Description

3.3.3 Performance Data


Weight

 Equipped Empty Weight (*): 3,820 kg 8,422 lb

(*) corresponding to the weight of the “Commercial Air Transport Favorite Configuration” - 00-90019-01-CI
(please refer to §3.3.1)

Mission profile assumption

 PC1 / Cat.A Takeoff at MTOW, from Clear Area, SL


 Climb and cruise at 5,000 ft at Best Range speed (VBR)
 PC1 / Cat.A Landing, on Clear Area,SL
 Reserve: 20 min at Best Endurance speed, 1500ft
 2 Pilots (80 kg each)

Payload - Range
Computation performed with standard air intakes and without wind:

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3.4 Public Services & SAR Configuration


Exceptional endurance and manoeuvrability appreciated by the pilots

The Public Services configuration has been elaborated to provide optimum operational
conditions to the pilots and crew, day and night, in all weather conditions for police and SAR
missions.

The Public Services configuration benefits from the state-of-the-art of the avionics suite,
Helionix®, a dual FMS/GPS installation coupled to the highly capable Airbus 4-axis digital
autopilot, including specific upper modes, which allow search patterns and hover phases.

In addition, the Public Services configuration is capable of a wide range of equipment, such
as electrical hoist, sea state 6 certified emergency floatation gear, external life rafts,
searchlight, maritime transponder (AIS) allowing dynamic exchanges with ships, Electro
Optical System (EOS), Direction Finder (DF), Digital Moving Map (DMAP), operator console
and more. The benefit of these installations is to enlarge the missions’ scope, and to allow
anytime operations on land and at sea.

Thanks to the wide volume of the cabin, with large access doors and direct access to the
cargo compartment from the cabin, H160 offers both efficient and flexible cabin layouts.

Crew members get the highest level of serenity thanks to a combination of very low vibration
level, a huge visibility outside, a powerful new generation air conditioning system, and the
best volume per seat in its class.

The H160 will do the job faster thanks to a very fast (less than 2 min) and reliable (100%
successful) automatic starting sequence.

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3.4.1 Public Services Favorite Configuration

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00-90030-A 00-90030-02- CI Public Service & SAR Favorite Configuration


Including:
H160 Common configuration (1)
Battery 25 Ah instead of standard battery - Fixed Parts
Cabin power supply - 1* 28 Vdc
Category 1 high speed electrical hoist - Fixed parts
Cargo sling with one video camera (1,600 kg - 3,527 lb) - Fixed Parts
One taxiing light
Hoist light - Fixed Parts
High intensity search light TRAKKA A800 for Public Service configuration - Fixed Parts
Emergency floatation gear with automatic percussion - Fixed Parts
External life raft installation with PLB compart - Fixed Parts
Helicopter Emergency Egress Lighting (HEEL)
ADELT HR SMITH series 503 with GPS connection - Fixed Parts
Full NVIS Cockpit / Cabin and external lighting - including 2nd dual mode landing light
Cabin floor adaptation for Public Services Missions (2)
Comfort cabin upholstery panel with sound-proofing for Public Service configuration (2)
(2)
Cabin access to the cargo compartment with net
Cargo compartment adaptation for Public Service Mission
Public Service fixed provisions package
NAT DACS ICS - Control panel on right side of the cabin - Fixed parts
NAT DACS ICS - Control panel on right side of the cabin - Removable parts
NAT DACS ICS - Control panel on left side of the cabin - Fixed parts
NAT DACS ICS - Control panel on left side of the cabin - Removable parts
Second radio altimeter - Thales AHV-1600

(1) Description in § 3
(2) The proposed equipment replaces respectively those included in the standard aircraft

3.4.2 Mandatory Equipment (for SAR & Police mission)

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Interior Cabin Layout (3)
07-25101-A 07-25101-00-CI 12-seat cabin layout with 4 points harnesses
07-25118-A 07-25118-00-CI Four standard seats in the cabin with 4 points harnesses (4)
07-25122-A 07-25122-00-CI One additional standard seat in the cabin with 4 points harnesses (4)
07-25123-A 07-25123-00-CI Aircraft delivered without cabin layout (4)

(3) One of the proposed cabin layouts must be selected


(4) Interior cabin layout includes an additional emergency exit lighting

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3.4.3 Recommended SAR mission configuration

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General Equipment
05-02102-A 05-02102-00-CI Complex acrylic external paint scheme
05-25041-A 05-25041-00-CI Removable parts of the emergency floatation gear replaced by Standard fairings
05-25042-A 05-25042-00-CI Removable parts of the external life raft replaced by Standard fairings
05-26022-A 05-26022-00-CI Complement for anti-corrosion protection for extreme conditions
05-61028-A 05-61028-00-RP Battery 25 Ah instead of standard battery - Removable Parts

Mission Equipment
06-21044-A 06-21044-01-RP Category 1 high speed electrical hoist - Removable parts (1)
06-43011-A 06-43011-00-RP Hoist light - Removable Parts
06-45084-A 06-45084-00-RP High intensity search light TRAKKA A800 for Public Service configuration - Removable Parts
06-51239-A 06-51239-00-FP Cabin operator console - Fixed Parts
06-51239-A 06-51239-03-RP Cabin operator console (including 21'' touch screen and a foldable holder) - Removable Parts
06-51262-A 06-51262-00-FP Chin mounted EOS - Fixed Parts (On Request)
06-51262-A 06-51262-00-RP Chin mounted EOS - Removable Parts (On Request)
06-61037-A 06-61037-03-RP Emergency floatation gear with automatic percussion - Removable Parts
06-62035-A 06-62035-01-RP External life raft installation with PLB compart - Removable Parts
06-67082-A 06-67082-00-CI Personal Locator Beacon HR Smith PLB 500 series for external life raft (Qty:2)
06-67083-A 06-67083-00-RP ADELT HR SMITH series 503 with GPS connection - Removable Parts

Interior Cabin Layout & Cargo hold


Interior Cabin07-27039-00-CI
07-27039-A Layout & Cargo hold
Swivelling operator seat in the cabin
07-40048-A 07-40048-00-CI Soft floor covering in cabin for Public Service configuration

Avionics
08-12121-A 08-12121-00-CI Wireless intercom system for hoist operator (2) (On Request)
08-14119-A 08-14119-00-CI V/UHF/AM/FM - Cobham - RT 7000
08-15572-A 08-15572-00-CI Satcom IRIDIUM Skytrac (voice and A/C position)
08-22080-A 08-22080-01-CI Automatic Identification System (AIS) SaaB R5-series linked to Mission Computer
08-27053-A 08-27053-00-CI V/UHF - Direction Finder Chelton DF935-11
08-48006-A 08-48006-01-CI Multi functions integrated mission computer (3)
Including:
Mission Management Software
Video management and recording module for mission computer
08-49009-A 08-49009-00-CI Enhanced Curser Control Device (ECCD)
08-65081-A 08-65081-00-CI Enhanced Reality module for mission computer
08-83051-A 08-83051-00-CI Complement for full Health Monitoring System (HMS) - additional engine sensors

(1) Removable parts of the Electrical hoist requires the removable part of the Wireless Intercom system,
(2) To be selected with hoist installation, and if the wireless intercom for passengers is not included in the configuration,
(3) Mission computer including a video recorder excludes the stand-alone Video recorder.

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3.4.4 Available mission equipment for SAR mission

Document Commercial
Description
reference reference
General Equipment
05-02090-A 05-02090-00-CI Customized external paint scheme (On Request)
05-02101-A 05-02101-01-CI Enhanced polyurethane external paint scheme instead of complex acrylic type
05-02103-A 05-02103-01-CI Enhanced acrylic external paint scheme instead of complex acrylic type
05-02107-A 05-02107-01-CI Complex polyurethane external paint scheme instead of complex acrylic type
05-21037-A 05-21037-00-FP Wire strike protection system (upper cutter) - Fixed Parts
05-21037-A 05-21037-00-RP Wire strike protection system (upper cutter) - Removable Parts
05-24031-A 05-24031-00-CI High visibility markings of the main rotor blades
05-25039-A 05-25039-01-FP Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) System instead of standard air intake cowling - Fixed parts
05-25039-A 05-25039-01-RP Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) System instead of standard air intake cowling - Removable parts
05-25040-A 05-25040-00-CI Removable parts of the Inlet Barrier Filter replaced by Standard Air Intake cowlings
Removable parts of the Inlet Barrier Filter replaced by Standard Air Intake cowlings
Mission Equipment
06-27055-A 06-27055-00-RP Cargo sling with one video camera (1,600 kg - 3,527 lb) - Removable Parts
06-31030-A 06-31030-00-FP External electrical hailers with siren system - Fixed Parts (1) (On Request)
06-31030-A 06-31030-00-RP External electrical hailers with siren system - Removable Parts (1) (On Request)
06-52005-A 06-52005-00-CI Keyboard with trackball for Mission Computer
06-71012-A 06-71012-02-FP Black curtain between cabin and cockpit for Public Services configuration- Fixed Parts
06-71012-A 06-71012-02-RP Black curtain between cabin and cockpit for Public Services configuration - Removable Parts

Interior Cabin Layout & Cargo hold


Interior Cabin07-40049-00-CI
07-40049-A Layout & Cargo hold
Soft floor covering in cargo hold for Public Services missions
07-60070-A 07-60070-00-CI Cargo hold net for Public Service missions (On Request)
07-74110-A 07-74110-00-CI Transaco hoistable stretcher

Avionics
08-14125-A 08-14125-00-CI VHF/AM Collins VHF-4000F n°1 with extended frequency range instead of standard VHF-4000
08-14125-A 08-14125-01-CI VHF/AM Collins VHF-4000F n°2 with extended frequency range instead of standard VHF-4000
08-15580-A 08-15580-00-CI Satcom IRIDIUM Skyconnect (voice and A/C position) instead of Skytrac
08-15600-A 08-15600-00-CI LTE Connectivity module
08-17112-A 08-17112-00-CI Wireless intercom system for up to 8 passengers (2) (On Request)
08-18082-A 08-18082-00-CI (On Request)
Wireless headset with charger for passenger (Qty 1) (3)(6) (On Request)
08-18107-A 08-18107-00-CI Wireless mobile station for passenger headset (Qty 1) (3)(6) (On Request)
08-24039-A 08-24039-00-CI VOR/ILS/MKR/ADF - Collins NAV-4000 n°1, instead of VOR/ILS/MKR - Collins NAV-4500 n°1
08-65078-A 08-65078-00-CI Additional 10" touch screen mission display on the cabin operator console (4)
08-74011-A 08-74011-00-CI )
Automatic transition and ground speed hold (cockpit control only) (1)
08-74011-A 08-74011-01-CI Automatic transition and ground speed hold (cockpit & cabin control) (1)
08-85030-A 08-85030-00-CI Airborne Video / Data Digital Recorder (5)

(1) « Please check date of availability as it may impact H/C lead time »
(2) When number of pax is above 8 , this installation cannot be proposed / or limited to 8 headsets
(3) Wireless headset and wireless mobile station can be mixed in the cabin but cannot exceed the quantity of 8 devices
(4) Requires the cabin operator console
(5) Mission computer including a video recorder excludes the stand-alone Video recorder
(6) Wireless headset and wireless mobile station require Wireless Intercom System for up to 8 passengers

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3.4.5 Recommended Police mission configuration

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Description
reference reference
General Equipment
05-02102-A 05-02102-00-CI Complex acrylic external paint scheme
05-21037-A 05-21037-00-FP Wire strike protection system (upper cutter) - Fixed Parts
05-21037-A 05-21037-00-RP Wire strike protection system (upper cutter) - Removable Parts

Mission Equipment
06-21044-A 06-21044-01-RP Category 1 high speed electrical hoist - Removable parts (1)
06-24032-A 06-24032-00-FP Fast roping installation with dual command - LH side (ropes excluded) - Fixed Parts
06-24032-A 06-24032-00-RP Fast roping installation with dual command - LH side (ropes excluded) - Removable Parts
06-24033-A 06-24033-00-FP Fast roping and Rappelling installation on RH side with dual command (ropes excluded) –
Fixed Parts
06-24033-A 06-24033-00-RP Fast roping and Rappelling installation on RH side with dual command (ropes excluded) –
Removal Parts (2)
06-27055-A 06-27055-00-RP Cargo sling with one video camera (1,600 kg - 3,527 lb) - Removable Parts
06-43011-A 06-43011-00-RP Hoist light - Removable Parts
06-45084-A 06-45084-00-RP High intensity search light TRAKKA A800 for Public Service configuration - Removable Parts
06-51239-A 06-51239-00-FP Cabin operator console - Fixed Parts
06-51239-A 06-51239-03-RP Cabin operator console (including 21'' touch screen and a foldable holder) - Removable Parts
06-51262-A 06-51262-00-FP Chin mounted EOS - Fixed Parts (On Request)
06-51262-A 06-51262-00-RP Chin mounted EOS - Removable Parts (On Request)

Interior Cabin Layout & Cargo hold


Interior Cabin07-27039-00-CI
07-27039-A Layout & Cargo hold
Swivelling operator seat in the cabin
07-40048-A 07-40048-00-CI Soft floor covering in cabin for Public Service configuration

Avionics
08-12121-A 08-12121-00-CI Wireless intercom system for hoist operator (3) (On Request)
08-14119-A 08-14119-00-CI V/UHF/AM/FM - Cobham - RT 7000
08-14125-A 08-14125-00-CI VHF/AM Collins VHF-4000F n°1 with extended frequency range instead of standard VHF-4000
08-14125-A 08-14125-01-CI VHF/AM Collins VHF-4000F n°2 with extended frequency range instead of standard VHF-4000
08-15572-A 08-15572-00-CI Satcom IRIDIUM Skytrac (voice and A/C position)
08-27053-A 08-27053-00-CI V/UHF - Direction Finder Chelton DF935-11
08-48006-A 08-48006-01-CI Multi functions integrated mission computer (4)
Including:
Mission Management Software
Video management and recording module for mission computer
08-49009-A 08-49009-00-CI Enhanced Curser Control Device (ECCD)
08-65081-A 08-65081-00-CI Enhanced Reality module for mission computer
08-83051-A 08-83051-00-CI Complement for full Health Monitoring System (HMS) - additional engine sensors

(1) Removable parts of the Electrical hoist requires the removable part of the Wireless Intercom system,
(2) Fast roping installation requires removable parts of the electrical hoist,
(3) To be selected with hoist installation, and if the wireless intercom for passengers is not included in the configuration,
(4) Mission computer including a video recorder excludes the stand-alone Video recorder.

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3.4.6 Available mission equipment for Police mission

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Description
reference reference
General Equipment
05-02090-A 05-02090-00-CI Customized external paint scheme (On Request)
05-02101-A 05-02101-01-CI Enhanced polyurethane external paint scheme instead of complex acrylic type
05-02103-A 05-02103-01-CI Enhanced acrylic external paint scheme instead of complex acrylic type
05-02107-A 05-02107-01-CI Complex polyurethane external paint scheme instead of complex acrylic type
05-24031-A 05-24031-00-CI High visibility markings of the main rotor blades
05-25039-A 05-25039-01-FP Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) System instead of standard air intake cowling - Fixed parts
05-25039-A 05-25039-01-RP Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) System instead of standard air intake cowling - Removable parts
05-25040-A 05-25040-00-CI Removable parts of the Inlet Barrier Filter replaced by Standard Air Intake cowlings
05-61028-A 05-61028-00-RP BatteryRemovable
25 Ah insteadpartsofofstandard
the Inletbattery
Barrier- Filter replaced
Removable by Standard Air Intake cowlings
Parts

Mission Equipment
06-31030-A 06-31030-00-FP External electrical hailers with siren system - Fixed Parts (1) (On Request)
06-31030-A 06-31030-00-RP External electrical hailers with siren system - Removable Parts (1) (On Request)
06-52005-A 06-52005-00-CI Keyboard with trackball for Mission Computer
06-61037-A 06-61037-03-RP Emergency floatation gear with automatic percussion - Removable Parts
06-62035-A 06-62035-01-RP External life raft installation with PLB compart - Removable Parts
06-67082-A 06-67082-00-CI Personal Locator Beacon HR Smith PLB 500 series for external life raft (Qty:2)
06-67083-A 06-67083-00-RP ADELT HR SMITH series 503 with GPS connection - Removable Parts
06-71012-A 06-71012-02-FP Black curtain between cabin and cockpit for Public Services configuration- Fixed Parts
06-71012-A 06-71012-02-RP Black curtain between cabin and cockpit for Public Services configuration - Removable Parts

Interior Cabin Layout & Cargo hold


Interior Cabin07-40049-00-CI
07-40049-A Layout & Cargo hold
Soft floor covering in cargo hold for Public Services missions
07-60070-A 07-60070-00-CI Cargo hold net for Public Service missions (On Request)
07-74110-A 07-74110-00-CI Transaco hoistable stretcher

Avionics
08-15580-A 08-15580-00-CI Satcom IRIDIUM Skyconnect (voice and A/C position) instead of Skytrac
08-15600-A 08-15600-00-CI LTE Connectivity module
08-17112-A 08-17112-00-CI Wireless intercom system for up to 8 passengers (2) (On Request)
08-18082-A 08-18082-00-CI (On Request)
Wireless headset with charger for passenger (Qty 1) (3)(6) (On Request)
08-18107-A 08-18107-00-CI Wireless mobile station for passenger headset (Qty 1) (3)(6) (On Request)
08-24039-A 08-24039-00-CI VOR/ILS/MKR/ADF - Collins NAV-4000 n°1, instead of VOR/ILS/MKR - Collins NAV-4500 n°1
08-65078-A 08-65078-00-CI Additional 10" touch screen mission display on the cabin operator console (4)
08-74011-A 08-74011-00-CI Automatic transition and ground speed hold (cockpit control only) (1)
08-74011-A 08-74011-01-CI Automatic transition and ground speed hold (cockpit & cabin control) (1)
08-85030-A 08-85030-00-CI Airborne Video / Data Digital Recorder (5)

(1) « Please check date of availability as it may impact H/C lead time »
(2) When number of pax is above 8 , this installation cannot be proposed / or limited to 8 headsets
(3) Wireless headset and wireless mobile station can be mixed in the cabin but cannot exceed the quantity of 8 devices
(4) Requires the cabin operator console
(5) Mission computer including a video recorder excludes the stand-alone Video recorder
(6) Wireless headset and wireless mobile station require Wireless Intercom System for up to 8 passengers

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3.4.7 Performance Data – SAR mission

Weight

 Equipped Empty Weight (*): 4,267 kg 9,407 lb

(*) corresponding to the weight of the “Public Service & SAR Favorite Configuration” & “Recommended
SAR mission configuration” (please refer to §3.4.1 & § 3.4.2) with 4*seats

Mission profile assumption

 PC1 / Cat.A Takeoff at MTOW, from Clear Area, SL


 Climb and cruise at 5,000 ft at Best Range speed (VBR)
 Loiter: 15 min @ level flight 1,500 ft at Vbe
 Hoisting @ mid mission: 5 minutes per rescuee / HOGE SL - Max Weight @ MTOP
 Climb and cruise at 5,000 ft at Best Range speed (VBR)
 PC1 / Cat.A Landing, on Clear Area,SL
 Reserve: 20 min at Best Endurance speed, 1500ft
 2 Pilots + 2 crew members @ 85 kg each / rescuee @ 93kg each

Rescuee - RoA
Computation performed with standard air intakes and without wind:

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3.4.8 Performance Data – Police mission

Weight

 Equipped Empty Weight (*): 4,165 kg 9,182 lb

(*) corresponding to the weight of the “Public Service & SAR Favorite Configuration” & “Recommended
Police mission configuration” (please refer to §3.4.1 & § 3.4.4) with 4*seats

Mission profile assumption

 PC1 / Cat.A Takeoff at MTOW, from Clear Area, SL


 Climb and cruise at 3,000 ft at Best Range speed (VBR)
 Fast roping mission: 30 second per person / HOGE SL - Max Weight @ MTOP
 Climb and cruise at 3,000 ft at Best Range speed (VBR)
 PC1 / Cat.A Landing, on Clear Area,SL / Base @ 10 minutes max of the dropping zone
 Reserve: 20 min at Best Endurance speed, 1500ft
 2 Pilots + 1 crew member @ 85 kg each / SWAT @ 120kg each

SWAT - Range
Computation performed with standard air intakes and without wind:

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4 Generic Performance and external sound level


4.1 Aircraft Performance Data
Unless otherwise specified, the values refer to a clean helicopter with standard air intakes,
at SL, in ISA and zero wind condition.

Page

 All Engines Operative (AEO) performance 44


 One Engine Inoperative (OEI) Performance 44
 Altitude / Temperature envelope 45
 Performance Tables 46
 Maximum Weight in Hover Out of Ground Effect at TOP 46
 Category A clear area Maximum Takeoff Weight (long runway) 46
 Maximum Speed (TAS) and Fuel Consumption in Level Flight, MCP - 6,050kg 47
 Maximum Speed (TAS) and Fuel Consumption in Level Flight, MCP - 5,500kg 48
 Economical Speed (TAS) and Fuel Consumption in Level Flight, MCP - 6,050kg 49
 Economical Speed (TAS) and Fuel Consumption in Level Flight, MCP - 5,500kg 50
 Best Range Speed (TAS) and Fuel Consumption in Level Flight, MCP - 6,050kg 51
 Best Range Speed (TAS) and Fuel Consumption in Level Flight, MCP - 5,500kg 52

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All Engines Operative (AEO) performance

Gross Weight kg 5,300 5,700 6,050


lb 11,684 12,566 13,338
 Max. speed, VNE km/h 314 314 314
(IAS or TAS) kts 170 170 170
 Fast cruise speed km/h 274 270 266
(IAS or TAS) kts 148 146 144
 Fast cruise speed (5,000ft) km/h 285 279 274
(TAS) kts 154 151 148
 Economical Speed km/h 253 253 251
(IAS or TAS) kts 137 137 136
 Economical Speed (5,000ft) km/h 255 255 253
(TAS) kts 138 138 137
 Best Range Speed km/h 233 233 231
(IAS or TAS) kts 126 126 125
 Best Range Speed (5,000ft) km/h 235 235 235
(TAS) kt 127 127 127
 Fuel consumption
 at Best Range Speed (5,000ft) kg/h 295 305 315
lb/h 650 672 694

 at Economical Speed (5,000ft) kg/h 326 336 345


lb/h 718 740 760
 Rate-of-climb at TAS=75 kt m/s 9.0 7.8 7.0
ft/min 1,785 1,550 1,385
 Rate-of-climb at TAS=75 kt (ISA+20°C) m/s 9.0 7.7 6.8
ft/min 1,780 1,528 1,358
 Category B Takeoff and Landing ceiling, front wind
(9 or less passenger seats)
 ISA m 3,962 3,383 2,834
ft 13,000 11,100 9,300

 ISA + 20°C m 3,271 2,621 1,981


ft 10,732 8,600 6,500
 Category B Takeoff and Landing ceiling, front
wind (10 or more passenger seats)
 ISA m 2,682 2,103 1,615
ft 8,800 6,900 5,300
 Hover ceiling O.G.E. at Takeoff Power
 ISA m 3,474 2,804 2,072
ft 11,400 9,200 6,800

 ISA + 20°C m 2,468 1,706 1,005


ft 8,100 5,600 3,300
 Service ceiling (Vz= 0.5 m/s-100 ft/mn,TAS=75kt)
 ISA m 5,382 5,382 5,059
ft 17,660 17,660 16,600

 Maximum range (without fuel reserve,


at Economical Speed)
 SL km 816 798 781
NM 441 431 422

 5,000ft km 913 888 864


NM 493 480 467
 Maximum endurance [without reserve
at Best Endurance Speed)
 SL h:min 4:30 4:20 4:12

 5,000ft h:min 4:53 4:42 4:32

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One Engine Inoperative (OEI) Performance

Gross Weight kg 5,300 5,700 6,050


lb 11,684 12,566 13,338
 Rate-of-climb at TAS=75kts, continuous OEI power m/s 2.8 2.0 1.3
ft/min 567 399 262
 En-Route ceiling (0.25 m/s. - 50 ft/min.) TAS=75kt, m 3,291 2,682 2,225
continuous OEI power
ft 10,800 8,800 7,300

Altitude / Temperature envelope

The helicopter is cleared to be operated within the following altitude and temperature limitations:

 Flight altitude: 6,096 m / 20,000 ft (Pressure Altitude)

 Takeoff and Landing altitude


 Cat.B: -457 m / -1,500 ft ( Pressure Altitude)
3,962 m / 13,000 ft (Density Altitude)

 Cat.A clear area: -457 m / -1,500 ft ( Pressure Altitude)


3,810 m / 12,500 ft (Density Altitude)

 Cat.A ground helipad: -457 m / -1500 ft ( Pressure Altitude)


2,743 m / 9,000 ft (Density Altitude)

 Temperature target with Grid Air Intake or IBF(*)


 Maximum: ISA + 37°C limited to + 50°C
 Minimum temperature (OAT): -20°C
-25°C for a minimum -4600ft Zsigma
(*) Flying under snow condition requires IBF installation

Units

NM nautical mile h:min hour: minute


kts knot kg kilogram
ft/min feet per minute lb pound
m/s meter per second km kilometre
°C degree Celsius km/h kilometre per hour

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Performance Tables

The performance tables presented hereafter apply to a clean helicopter, with standard
air intake, air conditioning system “OFF” and zero wind condition.

Note: At Rotorcraft Flight Manual approval, values could evolve slightly compared to the ones presented in this document

Maximum Weight in Hover Out of Ground Effect at TOP

kg ISA-20 ISA ISA+10 ISA+15 ISA+20

10000ft 5555 5340 5193 5027


9000ft 5740 5505 5351 5176
8000ft 5930 5674 5511 5329
7000ft 6050 6038 5846 5671 5485
6000ft 6050 6050 6020 5831 5640
5000ft 6050 6050 6050 5991 5793
4000ft 6050 6050 6050 6050 5946
3000ft 6050 6050 6050 6050 6050
2000ft 6050 6050 6050 6050 6050
1000ft 6050 6050 6050 6050 6050
0ft 6050 6050 6050 6050 6050

Category A clear area Maximum Takeoff Weight (long runway)

kg ISA-20 ISA ISA+10 ISA+15 ISA+20

10000ft 5074 4792 4611 4417


9000ft 5265 4946 4752 4554
8000ft 5475 5115 4905 4699
7000ft 6050 5694 5297 5075 4860
6000ft 6050 5912 5488 5259 5035
5000ft 6050 6050 5681 5447 5215
4000ft 6050 6050 5869 5633 5393
3000ft 6050 6050 6050 5814 5569
2000ft 6050 6050 6050 5987 5739
1000ft 6050 6050 6050 6050 5896
0ft 6050 6050 6050 6050 6040

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Maximum Speed (TAS) and Fuel Consumption in Level Flight, MCP - 6,050kg

kt ISA-20 ISA ISA+10 ISA+15 ISA+20

10000ft 147 141 137 132


9000ft 149 144 140 136
8000ft 150 147 143 139
7000ft 148 150 149 146 142
6000ft 146 149 150 148 144
5000ft 145 148 149 149 146
4000ft 145 147 148 149 147
3000ft 144 146 147 148 148
2000ft 144 145 146 147 147
1000ft 143 145 145 145 146
0ft 142 144 145 145 145
kg/h ISA-20 ISA ISA+10 ISA+15 ISA+20

10000ft 378 358 346 333


9000ft 386 368 354 343
8000ft 390 380 364 351
7000ft 382 390 389 377 362
6000ft 377 389 395 387 371
5000ft 379 391 395 394 382
4000ft 384 392 396 401 391
3000ft 385 395 398 403 402
2000ft 392 396 401 405 405
1000ft 395 403 403 404 408
0ft 399 406 410 410 411

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Maximum Speed (TAS) and Fuel Consumption in Level Flight, MCP - 5,500kg

kt ISA-20 ISA ISA+10 ISA+15 ISA+20

10000ft 155 150 147 143


9000ft 156 152 149 145
8000ft 156 153 151 147
7000ft 152 155 155 152 149
6000ft 151 154 155 153 151
5000ft 149 153 154 154 152
4000ft 148 151 153 154 152
3000ft 148 150 151 152 153
2000ft 147 149 150 151 152
1000ft 146 148 149 149 150
0ft 145 147 148 149 149
kg/h ISA-20 ISA ISA+10 ISA+15 ISA+20

10000ft 381 358 346 332


9000ft 388 368 356 340
8000ft 391 375 367 350
7000ft 379 389 389 374 361
6000ft 382 390 394 383 374
5000ft 379 393 395 394 384
4000ft 381 391 398 402 391
3000ft 389 394 397 401 404
2000ft 392 397 401 404 408
1000ft 396 401 404 404 408
0ft 400 405 408 412 412

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Economical Speed (TAS) and Fuel Consumption in Level Flight, MCP - 6,050kg

kt ISA-20 ISA ISA+10 ISA+15 ISA+20

10000ft 134 134 134 132

9000ft 136 135 135 135

8000ft 137 137 136 136

7000ft 136 138 138 137 137

6000ft 135 138 138 138 138

5000ft 135 137 139 139 139

4000ft 136 137 138 138 139

3000ft 136 136 137 138 138

2000ft 136 136 136 137 137

1000ft 136 136 136 136 137

0ft 136 136 137 137 137

kg/h ISA-20 ISA ISA+10 ISA+15 ISA+20

10000ft 322 330 335 333

9000ft 328 331 335 339

8000ft 332 337 337 340

7000ft 330 338 342 341 343

6000ft 332 343 344 346 348

5000ft 338 345 352 353 354

4000ft 347 351 355 355 359

3000ft 353 353 357 361 361

2000ft 360 360 360 364 364

1000ft 367 366 367 367 371

0ft 375 373 377 377 377

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Economical Speed (TAS) and Fuel Consumption in Level Flight, MCP - 5,500kg

kt ISA-20 ISA ISA+10 ISA+15 ISA+20

10000ft 137 137 137 137

9000ft 138 138 138 138

8000ft 139 139 139 139

7000ft 137 139 140 140 139

6000ft 136 139 140 140 140

5000ft 136 138 139 140 140

4000ft 136 137 139 139 140

3000ft 136 137 138 138 139

2000ft 136 136 137 138 138

1000ft 136 137 137 137 138

0ft 135 137 137 138 138

kg/h ISA-20 ISA ISA+10 ISA+15 ISA+20

10000ft 303 306 308 311

9000ft 309 311 313 315

8000ft 317 318 319 320

7000ft 316 321 325 326 324

6000ft 319 328 331 331 331

5000ft 326 331 334 337 337

4000ft 333 334 340 340 343

3000ft 340 341 344 344 347

2000ft 347 345 348 351 350

1000ft 355 356 355 355 358

0ft 360 364 362 366 365

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Best Range Speed (TAS) and Fuel Consumption in Level Flight, MCP - 6,050kg

kt ISA-20 ISA ISA+10 ISA+15 ISA+20

10000ft 125 125 125 125


9000ft 126 125 125 125
8000ft 127 127 126 126
7000ft 126 128 127 127 127
6000ft 126 127 128 128 128
5000ft 125 127 128 128 128
4000ft 125 126 127 127 128
3000ft 125 125 126 127 127
2000ft 125 125 126 126 127
1000ft 125 125 126 126 126
0ft 125 125 126 126 126
kg/h ISA-20 ISA ISA+10 ISA+15 ISA+20

10000ft 296 303 307 312


9000ft 299 302 305 309
8000ft 303 308 308 311
7000ft 301 309 309 311 314
6000ft 306 310 315 316 318
5000ft 308 315 319 320 321
4000ft 314 318 321 322 325
3000ft 319 320 324 327 328
2000ft 326 326 329 330 333
1000ft 332 332 335 335 336
0ft 339 338 341 341 342

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Best Range Speed (TAS) and Fuel Consumption in Level Flight, MCP - 5,500kg

kt ISA-20 ISA ISA+10 ISA+15 ISA+20

10000ft 127 127 127 127


9000ft 127 127 127 127
8000ft 128 128 128 128
7000ft 126 129 129 129 129
6000ft 126 128 129 129 129
5000ft 125 127 128 128 128
4000ft 125 126 127 128 128
3000ft 125 125 126 127 128
2000ft 125 125 126 127 128
1000ft 125 126 126 127 127
0ft 125 126 127 127 127
kg/h ISA-20 ISA ISA+10 ISA+15 ISA+20

10000ft 277 280 282 284


9000ft 280 282 284 286
8000ft 287 288 289 291
7000ft 287 294 295 296 296
6000ft 292 297 300 300 301
5000ft 295 300 303 303 303
4000ft 301 303 306 309 309
3000ft 308 306 309 312 315
2000ft 315 313 315 318 321
1000ft 322 322 322 324 324
0ft 329 329 331 331 331

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4.2 External sound level


The H160 aims to become the benchmark for external sound level thanks to its innovative
design:

 A smart law governing the rotational speed of the rotors and reduces the sound level when
the helicopter is flying close to populations. The sound level is also reduced in near field
during on-ground operations thanks to a reduced rotational speed.

 The Blue Edge Blade reducing the sound level in approach for a large range of speeds
and rates of descent, allowing the H160 to become the “Best in class” helicopter on those
phases.

The certification sound levels are in the following ranges at the MTOW (6,050 kg):
 Takeoff: 89.6 EPNdB (+/- 1.0 EPNdB)
 Fly over: 88.6 EPNdB (+/- 1.0 EPNdB)
 Approach: 91.0 EPNdB (+/- 1.0 EPNdB)

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5 Support & Services


5.1 Hcare Services
Airbus HCare services offer, has been created to support our customers all along the life-
cycle of their helicopters. It is aimed at supporting your business and keeping their rotorcraft
in flight. Through this offer, Airbus takes full advantage of data sharing and customers’
operational feedback, to better understand their evolving requirements, and continuously
adapts its service portfolio accordingly.

Our HCare service offer is flexible and proposes the most adapted services solutions to serve
your operations.

HCare Initial
Service solution tailored to your needs if you are starting operations with a new helicopter
from our range, or taking delivery of an additional helicopter in your fleet. A set of services
that will enable a successful entry into service for your fleet, regrouped in a single contract
and making you benefit from commitments and advantageous business terms.

HCare In-service
Service solution tailored to your needs if you are already operating an Airbus helicopter type.
HCare In Service contracts are designed to optimise the aircraft’s maintenance, health and
usage, and longevity.

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HCare Lifetime
Service solution tailored to your needs if you wish to benefit from a daily care and
accompaniment at all steps of your operations for a long-term commitment. The best balance
of services required over the defined period, to assure the aircraft’s sustained value over
time, maximise performance and safety and provide sustained support.

To reach maximum efficiency of such contracts, three possible commitment levels are offered
on the material management activities at customer’s choice:

Guaranteed repair: commitment on repair & overhaul turnaround times,

Part availability: commitment on delivery lead times,

Fleet availability: commitment on fleet availability performance.

Such commitments contribute to:


 Improved availability
 Streamlined and stable maintenance costs
 Budget anticipation
 Sustained asset resale value

Two additional service solutions are available to address specific fleets:

HCare First
For Private and Business Aviation operations. A service delivering the excellence and the
performance you expect. It brings maximum helicopter availability and budget control while
embedding hassle-free solutions.

HCare Classics
For older range helicopter users. A service providing a daily and close OEM accompaniment
to make sure every flight is a success. It is fully customisable and offers operators specific
monitoring and solutions to keep the fleet fully operational and mission-capable at all times.

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You can rely on the unique expertise of our teams to deliver the best knowledge and solutions
in any situation, and wherever it is over the globe.

Proximity to your operations is key to reach the highest levels of reactivity and efficiency, that
is why Airbus has implemented a worldwide organisation of 31 customer centers &
participations, some 92 service centers, 10 logistics hubs & local inventories, and 4 technical
support hubs spread-out in all continents.

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The network is complemented by 18 training and / or 25 simulators centers positioned at


your doorstep, and 2 ab initio training centres.

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We are committed to providing you with reliable, customer-centric HCare solutions, based
on four main activities optimised with a large range of connected services.

All solutions proposed ensure that each flight is a success and is performed with the highest
levels of safety.
Our HCare services are subject to a continuous improvement process, and we are confident
in their efficiency to make you fly.

Digital means proposed with your helicopters provide more reactivity, and mobility boosts
flight and maintenance operations.
The recent digital revolution has benefitted to the way we support your helicopters, and we
are able to leverage more data generated by the helicopter systems such as Flight Data
Recorders and Avionics systems (Helionix ®), or maintenance software and applications
used to manage your fleets.

This has opened the way to many improvements in the support of your rotorcraft, as
maintenance events progressively become predictable, and advanced analytics make
possible an optimal understanding of unavailability causes, foster a better anticipation, and
improve maintenance forecasting.
Increasing our intimacy with your operations positively influences parts availability and
repair & overhaul turn-around-times.

You can discover our services on our website at:


https://www.airbus.com/helicopters/services.html

or on your AirbusWorld collaborative platform, showroom section:


https://airbusworld.helicopters.airbus.com/group/guest/landing

Should you need any additional information, please contact us at:


marketing-services.helicopters@airbus.com

Engine manufacturers’ support


Engine manufacturer is engaged with us in the same approach, and is committed to deliver
a high level of service to our customers.
Details about their specific material management offers are available on its website at:

Safran Helicopter Engines


https://www.safran-group.com/companies/safran-helicopter-engines

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5.2 Hcare Store


5.2.1 Material Management

The material management services have been built to ensure smooth and efficient
maintenance operations through spare part supply or component repair and overhaul, and
this for any rotorcraft within Airbus product range.

Airbus provides a comprehensive initial provisioning package, including necessary items for
the support of helicopter operations (spare parts, tools & ground support equipment…), for a
period,
 Tailored to the number of helicopters, operating bases, flight hours per year, and
requested availability level,
 Adapted to the material management service chosen by the operator.

On top of this, we propose a range of on-catalogue classical material support services


procuring the right balance of components & spare parts necessary to contribute to fleet
availability:
 Repair & Overhaul
 Exchange
 Spare parts

For spare parts and tools, an eOrdering function is accessible through your AirbusWorld
collaborative platform at: https://airbusworld.helicopters.airbus.com/

Recently deployed, an intuitive one-stop shop marketplace is also available, covering a


growing range of chemicals, hardware, tools and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) directly
supplied by specialized vendors in various packaging, and delivered within short times.

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 Aircraft On Ground (AOG) Service


Airbus provides twenty four hours a day/seven days a week AOG service around the
world to guarantee reactive response to any urgent situation.

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5.2.2 Helicopter Maintenance


5.2.2.1 Aircraft maintenance

Covers a full range of services from line maintenance up to major inspections, for our entire
helicopters range.
All our solutions are supported by Airbus’ design office experts, ensuring that a solution is
always available, and in accordance with local authorities and international requirements
(EASA, FAA…).
We are able to propose turnkey solutions that can jointly encompass mid-life upgrades or
aircraft rebuilding works and Service Bulletins (SB) / Supplemental Type Certificates (STC).

Maintenance services can be performed within the Airbus’ network or at customer premises:
 By Part 145 qualified and highly skilled technicians
 By using leading-edge technologies
 With committed turn-around-times (for some services)

5.2.2.2 Aircraft repair

Airbus offers solutions defined, developed and tailored to each aircraft configuration.
From repair and rebuilding operations up to major airframe components replacement (tail
boom, fuselage, major frames…) performed specific industrial means.

5.2.2.3 On-site assistance

Operators can benefit from on-site technical assistance for:


 Helicopter maintenance
 Helicopter repair and rebuild
 Component maintenance
 Upgrades…

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5.2.2.4 Inspection Program

For the performance of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, Airbus has classified the
maintenance tasks by the following three maintenance levels:

Organizational Level (O-Level)


This Organizational Level (O-Level) comprises tasks such as the daily servicing, pre-flight
checks, visual inspections for condition, replacement of modular components and simple
repairs. This work can be performed by trained helicopter mechanics.

Intermediate Level (I-Level)


This Intermediate Level (I-Level) comprises tasks such as smaller repairs ON / OFF
helicopter, periodical inspections and replacement of modular components as well as
modifications. This work can be performed by trained and experienced mechanics.

Depot Level (D-Level)


The Depot level (D-Level) comprises tasks such as repairs OFF helicopter, overhaul of major
components and heavy airframe repair. This work can be performed by Original Equipment
Manufacturer (OEM), authorized repair centers or Airbus and requires special overhaul and
repair tools, as well as test benches (if required) according to repair manuals or instructions.

Scheduled airframe inspections Maintenance level Lean MMH (*)

50 FH inspection O – Level 6H

150 FH inspection O – Level 14 H

900 FH inspection I – Level -

2700 FH inspection I – Level -

1 year inspection O – Level 9H

2 year inspection O – Level -

3 year inspection I – Level

6 year inspection I – Level -

9 year inspection I – Level -

Note: All the "hands-on" aircraft values mentioned here above are given based on a 20,000 FH life cycle. They refer only to the scheduled
inspections for the standard helicopter without optional equipment in accordance with the Master Servicing Manual (MSM) and they
are provided for the Salt Laden atmosphere condition.

(*)
The lean MMH (Mean Man-Hours) are estimated are without incoming flight, work preparation, reworking, servicing, Service Bulletin (SB)
implementation, unscheduled maintenance.

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 Lean Mean Man Hours definition (MMH))

5.2.2.5 Main Components limitations


Components must be removed the latest, when limits are reached. Limits are determined
according to component type. The terms “Service Life Limit” (SLL), “Operational Time
Limitation” (OTL) or “Time Between Overhauls” (TBO) are used.

Airframe main components TBO

Main Rotor Actuators 5,000 FH or 20 Years* (a)

Tail Rotor Actuators 5,000 FH or 20 Years* (a)

Main Hydraulic pumps 5,500 FH * (a)

Main Gear Box Main Module 3,000 FH or 9 Years* (a)

Main Gear Box Front AGB Module 3,000 FH or 9 Years* (a)

Main Gear Box Left AGB Module 3,000 FH or 9 Years* (a)

Main Gear Box Right AGB Module 3,000 FH or 9 Years* (a)

Tail Gear Box 3,000 FH or 9 Years* (a)

Note: Non-exhaustive list. * First limit reached (a). TBO objective. Maturity plan in progress

Airframe main components SLL

Main Rotor Blades 40,000 FH

Tail Rotor Blades 20,000 FH

Equipped Main Rotor Head 6,000 FH (a)

Note: Non-exhaustive list: (a). SLL objective. Maturity plan in progress

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5.2.3 Technical Support


To allow you to get full benefit from your rotorcraft, Airbus provides expert technical support
ensuring the appropriate responses to any and each technical query.

5.2.3.1 Technical Expertise 24/7 and Technical Assistance


A team of highly skilled ATA experts in close and daily relation with our technical department
is committed to answer any technical question you may have:
Main missions:
 Conduct complex troubleshooting
 Define technical improvements & recommendations for use
 Inform operators on technical topics (Service Bulletins, Information Notices…)
 Forward a reactive response to the operators

This workforce is strengthened by a team of Part 66 qualified TECHnical REPresentative


(TechRep), ready to support operators at their premises, anywhere in the world offering a
comprehensive technical service ranging from On-the-Job-Training, troubleshooting, up to
advanced logistics services for fast and efficient problem solving.

All technical requests can be placed & tracked online via the Technical Request Management
tool in your customer portal AirbusWorld collaborative platform:
https://airbusworld.helicopters.airbus.com/ or on the Technical Request app.

Any request is immediately taken into account by our worldwide teams of senior ATA experts.
 Efficient daily tracking
 High reactivity

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5.2.3.2 Continuing Airworthiness Management (CAM) Services

Through its Continuing Airworthiness Management (CAM) offer, Airbus provides highly
effective safety and airworthiness management for helicopters operating worldwide, based
on Airbus Type Certificate sources. Airbus monitors all configuration and airworthiness
aspects of a customer’s rotorcraft – enabling them to focus on operations.
CAM services can be tailored to meet customer requirements from consulting up to fully
delegated CAM management, either from “as built/delivered” or “as maintained”
configurations

5.2.3.3 Technical Data Services

Airbus provides the Instruction for Continuous Airworthiness (ICA) required to support fleet
availability, to ensure safe flight operations and cost-effective maintenance.
The TechData package is composed of various manuals (non-exhaustive list of manuals and
acronyms):
 Operation
 Computerised-Rotorcraft Flight Manual (c-RFM)
The c-RFM, fully digital flight manual solution certified by the airworthiness authorities,
allows to fly in a paperless cockpit.
Available on our H160 helicopter though an iPad tablet, it offers a smart access to the
flight manual tailored to your helicopter configuration:
 Quick and easy navigation through all the Aircraft library documents (RFM,
MMEL, FCOM and QRH),
 Immediate and efficient computation of the helicopter performance and weight &
balance, allowing mission optimization and enhanced safety.
 Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL)

 Maintenance
 Master Servicing Manual (ALS/MSM)
 Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM)
 System Description Section (SDS)
 Structure Repair Manual (SRM)
 Wiring Diagram Manual (WDM)
 Standard Practices Manual (MTC)
 Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC)
eDynamic troubleshooting:
 Assists operators in fault isolation during investigation on default or findings
reported on the helicopter
 Dynamic sequence of questions and tests converging to root cause
identification
 Service Bulletin collection (SB)….

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The Maintenance manuals are available through O.R.I.O.N. Online accessible in AirbusWorld
collaborative platform, or through the O.R.I.O.N. mobile application (App.) for tablets or
smartphones. The App. includes smart features such as a powerful search function, and a
possible offline use to cover remote areas operations. TechData can also be provided on demand
in PDF format through the web portal, or in paper.

On top of Technical Data updates, important notices are distributed in real-time through the Airbus
T.I.P.I. application (Emergency & Alert service bulletins, Technical Information Publications on
Internet) and iOS app.
The engines documentation is provided by the engine manufacturer.

O.R.I.O.N.

This online service is dedicated to the distribution of the technical data. It is available through your
AirbusWorld collaborative platform and in mobile version. O.R.I.O.N viewer offers a single
online/offline solution adapted to mobility requirements.

This new O.R.I.O.N version, available for all helicopters in the civil range, is made more efficient
and simple with additional features:
 Online/offline synchronization: maintenance preparation offline (notes, inspections,
bookmarks) and synchronization as soon as an Internet connection is available
 Easy download from AirbusWorld: download of up-to-date TechData on mobile devices, for
an utilisation next to the aircraft
 Powerfull search engine: easier and faster
 Advanced filtering: by version, S/N, manual types, ATA chapters
 Immediate printing: TechData printing as displayed on your screen
 Direct link to AirbusWorld technical request function and eOrdering service (cart from
Illustrated Parts Catalog)
 “Pre-print” advanced information: TechData accessible as a PDF document in advance
before a standard release (normal or intermediate revision)
 Compatibility with all devices: access online/offline on PC/Mac/Tablet/Smartphone (iOS and
Android)
 Cloud based for more availability

ORION mobile

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5.2.3.4 FlyScan
FlyScan suite of Health & Usage Monitoring Services offers proactive Airbus expert analysis,
and allows operators to closely follow-up the status of their fleet.
These services lead the way to predictive maintenance, and will boost your operations by
anticipating in-service symptoms, thus enhancing safety and fleet availability, while reducing
maintenance burden.

Airbus is proposing different levels of ‘FlyScan’ services:


 Advise: a service dedicated to organisations already using HUMS monitoring. Airbus
Helicopter provides proactive feedback and a weekly review of main components for
better events anticipation.

 Supervise: a service for customers without vibration analysis team in their organisation.
Airbus Helicopter manages the various thresholds implemented, and closely monitors
any event that occurs in the fleet thanks to data instant sharing.

 Guard: a service for operators already managing a HUMS system to predict


maintenance actions. Airbus Helicopter brings its expertise to operators’ doorstep,
supporting teams in the surveillance of their fleets. This package includes a specific
HUMS hotline available 24/7, and commits to responding to AOG requests within a few
hours.

FlyScan now expands its predictive domain over vibrations analysis to treat other data types
such as Usage (flight limitations, cycles and various counters monitoring), Flight parameters
(flight data recording), and Avionics codes (flight failure surveillance).

Early recommendations provided by Airbus HUMS experts contributing to the reduction of


AOG situations, technical flights and unnecessary warnings, for better flight and maintenance
operations planning.

HUMS 24/7 service is also accessible through your customer portal AirbusWorld:
https://airbusworld.helicopters.airbus.com

Main benefits:
 Improved anticipation
 Increased proactivity
 Enhanced mission efficiency

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5.2.4 Training & Flight Ops


At Airbus, our key priority is to make our customers operate their rotorcraft safely and
efficiently.
Each year more than 8,000 pilot and technician trainees rely on our 18 training and/or
simulations centers positioned worldwide to obtain and maintain their Type Rating
qualifications. We provide extensive support to prepare them for their missions.
We continuously improve our training services & means with cost-effective and tailored
solutions, targeting continuous customer experience improvement with us.
We provide the latest technologies and most rigorous OEM standards.

5.2.4.1 Full-Flight-Simulators
Our training network is equipped with 25 state-of-the-art Flight Navigation Procedure Trainers
(FNPT), Flight Training Devices (FTD) and Full Flight Simulators embedding the OEM Sim
Data Pack that provides the most true-to-life experience possible.

On H160, Airbus is investing and developing interactive and deployable mean in line with its
new pedagogical approach:

 Along with the “born ready” strategy implemented for the


H160 since the beginning of its development, a first Full
Flight Simulator is available to support the H160’s entry
into service since 2020.
 The first FFS is installed at the Helisim simulation center
in Marignane, France.

5.2.4.2 Full mock-up H160


Our training center is equipped with a real aircraft offering trainees experience similar to
what it would be on a customer helicopter.

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5.2.4.3 Full-scale mock-ups


Our training center are also equipped with many mock-ups offering trainees an additional
in-depth experience.

As an aircraft manufacturer, Airbus invested in latest blended educational technologies,


giving technicians the opportunity to mix practical experience of maintenance with theory

 The Cockpit Pilot Trainer (CPT) representative H160


cockpit, apprehends and practices on HELIONIX systems.
 Reinforce Human Machine Interface by focusing on
display and automation knowledge,
 Consolidate the systems’ knowledge and
understanding,
 Optimize the FFS and/or Aircraft training sessions,
 tart-up procedure, upper modes and navigation use),
 Favorite training (SAR modes),
 Crew coordination training.

 Helionix Trainer

 Whole Helionix HMI Displayed,


 Initiation to soft-keys navigation logic,
 Helionix demonstration,
 Normal & degraded functioning.

 Virtual Maintenance Trainer (VMT)

Virtual Maintenance Trainer (VMT) is based on Virtual Reality and Simulation.


It allows, in a classroom, to get technicians quickly familiarized with helicopter and train them
safely on a certain number of maintenance tasks.

Navigate in many 3D views (external, cockpit,


cabin)
Interact with components in 3D view or
dedicated 2D view (all views are synchronized)
and :
 Search for components in a predefined list
or directly in 3D environment,
 Manage mission equipment,
 Interact with components,
 Display in context or isolate on H/C ghost
view, open/close/hide doors, cowlings and
some panels.

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5.2.4.4 Training services


Three lines of services are proposed to both pilots and technicians:

 Graduate:
 Standard type qualification
 Optional courses include pre-entry and reinforcement modules.
 Master:
 Standard type qualification enriched by a specialisation on favorite mission equipment
 Optional courses and additional assistance.
 Honors:
 Fully customised program according to operators’ needs including:
 Pre-entry, type qualification and/or maturation modules.
 Possible delivery of customised training media and means
 Instructors detachment and on-site pilot assistance
 Possible set-up of new training center on-site

5.2.4.5 Basic Training Courses


Quality and training are directly linked to pilots, flight crew and technician’s proficiency, as
well as their ability to safely operate rotorcraft in a full range of conditions and missions.

Theoretical
Course Type Course reference FFS Flight Instruction
instruction
14.5 h
Additional Type Rating (ATR) MP/ME /IFR 2.6 weeks 5h
(FFS)
Extension MP to SP 0 3 h (FFS) 3h30
Pilots Reduce Type Rating H175 to H160 5 days 5 h (FFS) 3h30
TRI Extension MP/ME 3 days 3 h (FFS) 3h00
TRI Extension SP/ME 2 days 3 h (FFS) 3h00
Course Type Course reference Theoretical instruction
Airframe Type rating
6 weeks
(including Engine Course)
Avionic Type rating 5 weeks
Technicians
B1/B2 Not EASA course 6 weeks
T4 (for familiarization) 1 week
Blades Maintenance and repair Up to 2 weeks

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5.2.4.6 Additional type rating and refresher courses

 Learning Management System (LMS)

The worldwide training catalogue is now available on Airbus’ Learning Management


System in:

France Germany USA


Chile Mexico Japan
Spain Malaysia / Singapore Brazil

Additional regions will follow progressively.

Through this online platform, customers can perform the following:


 Consult the worldwide training catalogue
 Browse training materials and courses information
 Check course schedules
 Register in the Learning Management System and enroll in courses
 Perform a pre-entry-level self-assessment
 Access the catalogue through the LMS regional portals

 Distance Learning
Since 2020, Airbus has set up distance / blended Learning solutions that are available
for any of our (French and English speaking) customers in the world.
These solutions are a mix of distance learning and presential training, allowing operators
to perform part or total theoretical trainings (depending on specificities) locally, at home
or in their local premises. A dedicated team is in charge to develop programs of
instruction specifically designed for Distance Learning. These programs include Virtual
Classroom sessions as well as eLearning modules for self-studies.
The list of available Distance / blended Learning courses can be consulted online in our
LMS.

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5.2.4.7 Flight Operations

Airbus flight operations services are designed to support pilots and crews, aiming to support
the entry into service of a newly delivered aircraft, in addressing any operational questions
and concerns that arise. They also ensure that Airbus support is continuously adapted to
customer flight operations requirements by improving the overall level of quality and Safety.

Consisting of:

 On site pilot assistance when required or requested to provide operators with


customized additional
 Ops documentation:
 Pilots assistance is also provided through a variety of operational documents put at
operators’ disposal:
 Pilots Check lists: abbreviated standard operating procedures
 Flight Ops Briefing Notes (FOBN): operational documentation
 Flight Crew Operating Manual (FCOM): guidelines for Standard Operating
Procedures constitution

 eApps: applications for tablets to support pilots in flight operation on modern aircraft and
performances management (Refer to connected services products for description).

 Crew Help Desk (online support) as part of the global AH Technical Support for handling
queries relative to best knowledge and operation of the helicopter among e.g. regulations,
aircrew publications, aircraft limitations, performance, Procedures/operations and
systems. Refer to technical support information.
Any question can be raised 24/7 through your AirbusWorld collaborative platform (Request
function) https://airbusworld.helicopters.airbus.com/ or by email at: customersupport.helicopters.com

5.2.4.8 Engines Training Courses

Training courses dedicated to Engine Maintenance are also organized by the engine
manufacturer and their approved centers over the world.

Safran Helicopter Engines can be consulted through “Operator On-Line” Support (tools
website): Up-to-date course calendars, on-line tests and elearning modules.

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5.2.5 Connected Services

Connected Services pave the way to faster and easier data exchange between the
helicopter manufacturer and the operators, allowing Airbus to improve continuously its
support and the performance of its services.

The smart interpretation of flight and maintenance data allows:


 Higher fleet availability
 Enhanced operational safety
 Optimised costs
 Sustained asset value

Your gateway to digital operations

The HdataPower pack is aimed at supporting Helionix®-equipped helicopters at all steps


of an operator’s journey, with an uninterrupted digital chain of solutions fully integrated with
Airbus systems.

The pack is designed to boost flight, airworthiness and maintenance operations through
easy-to-use digital solutions. It offers the best combination of services needed to optimise
helicopter operations. Airbus collects data from operators’ aircraft and information systems
to provide them with pertinent solutions.

This full end-to-end operational chain covers three main fields and encompasses below
services:

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5.2.5.1 Connectivity

 Connectivity services
The H160 is equipped with ACS (Airborne Communication System) to allow a data
exchange between airborne and ground network with state of the art capability (automatic
download, data storage ensuring confidentiality, link with Airbus technical support and
services). This ACS proposes a wide range of communication solutions (Memory Card,
Cellular and Wifi) to fit with various operational environments and constraints.

Wireless data transfer solution and associated connectivity services applicable to


helicopters equipped with wACS (wireless Airborne Communication System)
 Automatic export of aircraft flight data and logs via Wi-Fi or cellular gatelink
 Import of wACS customisation files and Field Loadable Software**
 Automatic in-flight feed of pilot’s device

5.2.5.2 Flight Operation

 Aeronautical databases
The Aeronautical Data Service provides
maps, including cyclic and non-cyclic data,
(for DMAP, HTAWS and SVS) converted
into Helionix® compatible format. It is
proposed by Airbus and subject to specific
commercial conditions.
 Integrated functions such as Helicopter
Terrain Awareness and Warning
System (HTAWS), Synthetic Vision
System (SVS), Digital maps (DMAP).
 On-board loading using Airbus
Helicopter Data Loader (basic licence
included.

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 Mission preparation with Flight Perfo

A mission preparation service offering multiple functions such as navigation, performance


and weight & balance computation. This iOS app is using original OEM Flight Manual data
and is part of the Airbus Electronic Flight Bag solution.

Mission performance will take benefit of the H160 on board optimized warning and
dispatch management consistent with in-flight technical documentation consultation and
decision support, is proposed through a consistent operational documentation the
computerized Rotorcraft Flight Manual (c-RFM) integrated in a tablet solution replacing
paper manual.

Flight Perfo

 Flight data analysis

Flight Analyser (basic licence) Supports


operational Safety by automatically
analysing helicopter data post-flight to
detect events:
 Automated flight data analysis for
Helicopter Flight Data Monitoring
(HFDM) purpose,
 Flight page displaying all flights
performed,
 Flight route reconstitution and flight
parameters display,
 Automatic data confidence check Flight data analysis

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 Fleet activity
Analytics service that provides a visualisation of helicopter flight data to monitor fleet
activity and support decision making
 Detailed calendar view
 Key flight details
 Total landings per locations on a selected period
 Flight take-offs and landings on a map

5.2.5.3 Airworthiness & Engineering

 Fleet Airworthiness management


FlyScan – Fleet monitoring
Analytics service based on UMS data generated by the helicopter to assist Airworthiness
officers in their daily activities
 Real time fleet airworthiness status
 Flight sessions management
 Validated sessions export to Maintenance Information System (MIS)

FlyScan – Fleet Monitoring

 Reliability / Fleet availability monitoring


Reliabililty eReporting
Analytics service that allows fleet availability monitoring and elaboration of
improvement plans:
 Scheduled maintenance optimisation through close monitoring of unavailability root
causes
 Detailed analysis of failing parts, or parts with long lead times.

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 Fleet availability monitoring


Allows to monitor parts reliability and consult worldwide fleet analysis established by
Airbus experts:
 MTBUR(*) drivers analysis and technical synthesis
 MTBUR(*) figures over the past 5 years
(*) Mean Time Between Unscheduled Repairs

5.2.5.4 Maintenance & Logistics


 Parts list & orders preparation
Part search

Solution allowing to get part numbers converted into Airbus part numbers with
associated descriptions.

Part search

 Options to the HdataPower pack


Fleet Master:

Light Maintenance Information System (MIS) enabling operators and maintainers to


manage their helicopter airworthiness, maintenance and logistics from anywhere in the
world.

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6 Abbreviations

Abbreviation Meaning
ACH Airbus Corporate Helicopters
ACS Airborne Communication System
ADSB Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast
ADELT Automatic Deployable Emergency Locator Transmitter
ADF Automatic Direction Finder
AEO All Engines Operative
AFCS Automatic Flight Control System
AGB Accessory Gear Box
AH Airbus Helicopters
AHDL Airbus Helicopter Data Loader
ALS Airworthiness Limitations Sections
AIRAC Aeronautical Information Regulation And Control
AM Amplitude Modulation
AMC Aircraft Management Computer
AMLCD Active Matrix Liquid Crystal Display
AMM Aircraft Maintenance Manual
ANAC National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil
AOG Aircraft On Ground
APU Accelerated Processing Unit
ATA Air Transport Association (of America)
ATR Additional Type Rating
CAAC Civil Aviation Administration of China
CAAP Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines
CAM Continuing Airworthiness Management
CAMO Continuous Airworthiness Management Organization
CAP Civil Aviation Publication
c-RFM Computerized Rotorcraft Flight Manual
CAT Commercial Air Transport
Cat.A Category A
Cat.B Category B
CFIT Controlled Flight Into Terrain
CI Complete Installation
CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid to (Incoterms 2010)
CPT Cockpit Pilot Trainer
DACS Digital Audio Communication System
DHC0 Dynamic helicopter zero
DMAP Digital MAP
EASA European Aviation Safety Agency
EASA AIR-OPS European Air Operations Regulation
EBH Exchange By-the-Hour
ECS Environment Control System
ECCD Enhanced Curser Control Device
EFB Electronic Flight Bag
EEW Equipped Empty Weight
EGW Extended Gross Weight
ELT Emergency Locator Transmitter
EMM Engine Maintenance Manual
EMS Emergency Medical Services
EOS Electro Optical System
EP Extended Power
EU European Union
FAA Federal Aviation Administration
FAR Federal Aviiation regulations
FADEC Full Authority Digital Engine Control
FBH Full By-the-Hour
FCA Free Carrier (Incoterms 2010)
FCOM Flight Crew Operational Manual

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Abbreviation Meaning
FDCR Flight Data Continuous Recorder
FFS Full Flight Simulator
FH Flight Hour
FLI First Limit Indicator
FLM Flight Manual
FM Frequency Modulation
FMS Flight Management System
FNPT Flight Navigation Procedure Trainers
FOBN Flight Operational Briefing Notes
FOC Free Of Charge
FOQA Flight Operation Quality Assurance
FP Fixed Parts
FSTD Flight Simulation Training Device
FTD Flight Training Devices
GACA General Authority of Civil Aviation Saudi Arabia
GPS Global Positioning System
GSE Ground Support Equipment
GSM Ground Speed Mode
H/C Helicopter
HEEL Helicopter Emergency Egress Lighting
HEMS Helicopter Emergency Medical Services
HF High Frequency
HFDM Helicopter Flight Data Monitoring
HID High Intensity Discharge
HMI Human Machine Interface
HMS Health Monitoring System
HOGE Hover Out of Ground Effect
HTAWS Helicopter Terrain Awareness and Warning System
HUMS Health and Usage Monitoring System
IAS Indicated Air Speed
IBF Inlet Barrier Filter
ICA Instruction for Continuous Airworthiness
ICS Inter Communication System
IETP Electronic Technical Publication
IFE In Flight Entertainment
IFR Instrument Flight Rules
IHSF International Helicopters Safety Foundation
ILS Instrument Landing System
IOGP International Oil & Gas Producers
IPC Illustrated Parts Catalogue
ISA International Standard Atmosphere
JAR Joint Aviation requirements
JCAB Japanese Civil Aviation Bureau
LED Light-Emitting Diode
LFR Logistics Field Representative
LH Left Hand
LMS Learning Management System
LPV Localizer Performance with Vertical guidance
LSA Logistic Support Analysis
LTE Long Term Evolution
MAREP Maintenance Reports
MCP Maximum Continuous Power
MDC Maximum Continuous Power
MFD Multi-Function Display
ME Multi-Engine
MEL Minimum Equipment List
MFD Multi-Function Display
MGB Main Gear Box
MGS Maintenance Ground Station
MIS Maintenance Information System
MKR Marker
MMEL Master Minimum Equipment List

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Abbreviation Meaning
MMH Mean Man Hour
MRB Maintenance Review Board
MRO Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul
MSG-3 Maintenance Steering Group
MSM Master Servicing Manual
MTBUR Mid-Time Between Unscheduled Removal
MTC Standard Practices Manual
MTOP Max Take Off Power
MTOW Maximum Takeoff Weight
NVG Night Vision Google
NVIS Night Vision Imaging System
OAT Outside Air Temperature
OEB Operational Evaluation Board
OEI One Engine Inoperative
OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer
O&G Oil and Gas
OGE Out of Ground Effect
OPS Operations
O.R.I.O.N Optimized Reader for Internet and Other Networks
OSD Operational Suitability Data
OTL Operational Time Limitation
Part M Continuing Airworthiness Requirements
PBH Parts By the Hour
PC1 Performance Class 1
PGS Professional Ground Station
PIREP Pilot Report
PLB Personal Locator Beacon
QRH Quick Reference Handbook
RBH Repair By the Hour
RFM Rotorcraft Flight Manual
RH Right Hand
ROA Radius Of Action
RP Removable Parts
RPM Revolution Per Minute
SAR Search And Rescue
SAS Software as a Service
SATCOM Satellite Communication
SB Service Bulletins
SCS Standard Condition of Sales
SD System Display
SDS System Description Section
SHC0 System Helicopter zero
SL Sea Level
SLL Service Life Limit
SSB Single Side Band
S/N Serial Number
SRM Structure Repair Manual
STC Supplemental Type Certificate
SVS Synthetic Vision System
SW Software
SWAT Special Weapons and Tactics
TAS True Air Speed
TBO Time Between Overhauls
TCAS Traffic Collision Avoidance System
TCCA Transport Canada Civil Aviation
T.I.P.I Technical Information Publication on Internet
TRI Type Rating Instructor
TRK TRacK
TTET Total Theoretical Exposure Time
TOP Takeoff Power
US United States
VBR Velocity Best Range (Best Range Speed)

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Abbreviation Meaning
VFR Visual Flight Rules
VHF Very High Frequency
VIP Very Important Person
VMT Virtual Maintenance Trainer
VNE Velocity Never Exceed
VOR VHF Omnidirectional Radio Range
Vz Vertical Speed
WACS Wireless Airborne Communication System
WDM Wiring Diagram Manual

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Technical Description

Manufacturer's notes

Airbus policy is one of on-going product enhancement, which means that alterations in
definition, pictures, weights, dimensions or performance may be made at any time without
notice being included in the documents that have already been issued.
This document cannot thus be taken as an offer or serve as an appendix to any
contract.
Images (i.e. photos, general drawings, pictures, and diagrams), technical configuration,
performance data, and other data in this document are given as an example only and
cannot be contractual.

All weights and performance data, as well as maintenance aspects, are the most accurate
information to date.

The operational or certification regulations, as defined by the local authorities, can make
the installation of some of the equipment or recommended solutions, listed in this
document, compulsory. This list does not claim to cover all of the worldwide operational
requirements nor the equipment not specifically related to the helicopter (for example: life
jackets) or necessary for particular missions (for example: supplemental oxygen). The
operator is responsible for ascertaining with his local authorities that the planned
configuration of the helicopter complies with regulatory requirements for the area(s) of
operations and the type(s) of mission(s) considered.
Airbus Helicopters, its logo, H160, HELIONIX, canted Fenestron, horizontal biplane
stabilizer, Hcare, are registered trademarks.

Disclaimer
Airbus Helicopters is committed to strict compliance with all applicable export control
regulations and requires a corresponding commitment from the Customer.

Some items/commodities are controlled under at least one export control law or regulation
and therefore may require export authorization(s) and Airbus Helicopters cannot
guarantee that they will be granted. Nevertheless Airbus Helicopters will perform all
necessary procedures for obtaining such authorization(s).

The Customer shall support the authorization(s) application(s) procedure(s) by providing


the necessary documentation and information, particularly end-user certificates,
undertakings, documents on the utilization of the items/commodities, etc. The Customer
shall comply with the conditions of the export authorization(s).

Airbus Helicopters reserves the right to deliver the helicopter without the controlled items,
should the competent authorities deny or delay export authorization(s). The same is valid
if the competent authorities do not react at all or in cases of a return without action or if
otherwise the absence of a required authorizations or provisions of any regulations inhibit
a delivery in time.

This document has been assessed Export Control - Not Technical

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This document is the property of Airbus Helicopters®; no part of it shall be reproduced or transmitted without the express prior written authorization of Airbus Helicopters® and its contents shall not be disclosed. © Airbus Helicopters® – All rights reserved.
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The data set forth in this document are general in nature and for information purposes only. For performance data and operating limitations, reference must be made to the approved flight manual and all appropriate documents.
This document is the property of Airbus Helicopters®; no part of it shall be reproduced or transmitted without the express prior written authorization of Airbus Helicopters® and its contents shall not be disclosed. © Airbus Helicopters® – All rights reserved.
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Marseille Provence - 13725 Marignane Cedex -
France - 2023 - All rights reserved
Airbus Helicopters’ logo and the names of its
products and services are registered trademarks.
Airbus Helicopters reserves the right
to make configuration and data changes
at any time without notice. The facts and
figures contained in this document and
expressed in good faith do not constitute any
offer or contract with Airbus Helicopters.

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