• Mission

Main description

State of the Art
and Experienced
Tailored for the most demanding operators, the EC225 is an 11-ton helicopter integrating all the latest technological innovations. The two TURBOMECA MAKILA 2A1 engines, the main gear box and the 5-blade rotor give this machine the power for a high payload, along range and a fast cruise speed. Its flight endurance exceeds 5 hours 30 min. Most of all, this aircraft meets the latest JAR 29 amendments, including the 30-minute dry run demonstration for the main gear box.

• Technology

  

  The EC255 has been designed to comply with the latest JAR 29 amendments. It integrates all the latest technological innovations to comply with the most stringent technical and operational requirements for all types of missions. Thanks to the dual-channel FADEC, the TURBOMECA MAKILA 2A1 turboshaft engines deliver more power. The 5-blade rotor provides an exceptionally low vibration level, and the modular design of the mechanical assemblies allows for easier maintenance. This new generation helicopter also features significant advances in terms of man-machine interface, insuring important information to pilot and therefore decision making. The First Limit Indicator displays the available power in any condition and the power margin in AEO (All Engines Operative) and OEI (One Engine Inoperative) situations.

• Advanced Helicopter Cockpit Avionics System

  
  • Four 6ā€¯ X 8ā€¯ LCD Multi Function Displays
  • Two 4ā€¯ X 5ā€¯ LCD Vehicle Monitoring Displays
  • One LCD Integrated Stand by Instrument for speed, altitude and gyro horizon backup
  • 4-axis, dual duplex autopilot

  The AFCS provides outstanding precision and stability; its "high" modes integrate the engine limitations in all AEO and OEI situations. It also allows flight in all SAR patterns and automatic approaches following IFR procedures. It allows fully automatic hovering captation from VNE to 0 kts/100 ft .

  

  Monitoring System
  
  

  Integrated maintenance assistance system (Health Usage Monitoring System) based on data recording and pro-active monitoring for flight safety enhancement.

  Avionics
  
  

  The EC225 is equipped with state-of-the-art avionics and communication systems, allowing all weather operations. The systems reduce crew workload while enhancing mission capability for more safety. At a glance, pilots have all navigation and piloting data and unpredictable information thanks to the Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System and TCAS 2.

• Modern technology allows for greater safety

  

  Main Gear Box

  • increased power
  • demonstrated 30-minute dry run capability, cooling spray device compliant with JAR 29
  • 5-blade SpheriflexĀ® main rotor
  • blades with multibox structure, capable of flight in severe icing conditions

  2 TURBOMECA MAKILA 2A1

  • modular design for easy maintenance
  • blade shedding technology
  • 2 dual channel FADECs, with automatic reconfiguration

  
  

  
  

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  Starflex Fiberglass Rotor Head

  • Excellent maneuverability
  • Great stability
  • Very low sound and vibration levels
  • Rotor engagement in winds of up to 55 kts
  • Easy to adjust