Eurocopter EC 130
Fuselage length10.68m
Empty weight1,360kg
TypeOne x Turbomeca Arriel 2B1 turbine
Take-off power632kW (847shp)
Maximum speed287km/h
Service ceiling5,029m
Hover ceiling, out of ground effect2,660m
Range with standard fuel640km
Fuel capacity (standard)540l
Overflight84.3 EPNdB
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The single-engine EC 130 B4 is the latest member of Eurocopter s Ecureuil family of helicopters.
The EC 130 complies with all new noise reduction regulations, including US Grand Canyon National Park standard.
Eurocopter s Fenestron shrouded tail rotor substantially reduces the helicopter s noise levels.
The EC 130 features a larger canopy with increased cabin visibility.
The single-engine EC 130 B4 is the latest edition of Eurocopter’s Ecureuil (Squirrel) helicopter family of light multi-mission helicopters. The helicopter can seat six or seven passengers and has a range of 640km and cruise speed of 235km/h.
Urban Aeronautics to provide 4 CitiHawk VTOL aircraft to Hatzolah Air for EMS application
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