Airbus H130
Single engine utility helicopter
The H130 is a single-engine helicopter, mostly used for utility, passenger transport, surveys, and training.
The H130 (EC130 T2) is a versatile single-engine helicopter featuring advanced technology and a spacious cabin for 1 pilot and up to 7 passengers. Equipped with the Safran Arriel 2D engine and a redesigned airframe, it excels in missions like hot and high operations and aerial work. With low maintenance costs, exceptional safety, quiet operation, and enhanced visibility, the H130 is ideal for passenger transport, EMS, law enforcement, and aerial work.
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Technical Specifications
| Capacity | |
| Passenger transportation | 1 pilot + 6 passengers (standard or Stylence® configuration) |
| 1 pilot + 7 passengers (“8 seats layout” configuration) | |
| Casualty evacuation | 1 pilot + 1 or 2 stretchers + 2 medical attendants |
| 2 pilots + 1 stretcher + 2 medical attendants | |
| Cargo carrying | 1 pilot + 3.7 m3 (130.7 ft3) load in cabin |
| Maximum operating altitude | 7,010 m (PA) / 23,000 ft (PA) |
| Minimum temperature | – 40°C / -70°F |
| Maximum temperature | ISA + 35°C (limited to + 50°C) / IA + 95°F (limited to 122°F) |
| Weights | |
| Maximum take-off weight | 2,500 kg / 5,512 lb |
| Maximum take-off weight with external load | 3,050 kg / 6,724 lb |
| Empty weight (standard configuration) | 1,412 kg / 3,113 lb |
| Useful load | 1,088 kg / 2,399 lb |
| Maximum cargo-sling load | 1,500 kg / 3,307 lb |
| Standard fuel capacity | 426 kg / 939 lb |
| Power Plant (ISA, SEA LEVEL) | 1 Safran Arriel 2D turbine engine |
| Takeoff power | 710 kW / 952 shp |
| Maximum Continuous Power | 638 kW / 856 shp |
| Performance at Max. TAKE-OFF WEIGHT (ISA, SEA LEVEL) | |
| Maximum speed (Vne) | 287 km/h / 155kts |
| Fast cruise speed (at MCP) | 236 km/h / 127 kts |
| Rate of climb | 8.0 m/s / 1,600 ft/min |
| Hover ceiling at takeoff power ISA-IGE | 2,950 m / 9,675 ft* |
| Range without fuel reserve, at fast cruise, with standard landing | 606 km / 327 nm |
| Endurance (without reserve) | 4h00 min |
| *performance demonstrated for 2,465 (5.434 lb). | |
The H130 shares components with the Airbus Helicopters light helicopter range, ensuring it is a reliable and high-performing aircraft. Its straightforward design and proven technology deliver an exceptional level of availability for operators.