• Mission

Main description

The new-generation EC130 B4 is a light, single-engine helicopter with all the latest technology and a roomy, modular cabin that can seat 1 pilot plus 7 passengers.
Its Fenestron® tail rotor and automatic rotor speed control result in a significantly reduced  operating noise level. Reliable power is provided by the Turbomeca Arriel 2 turbine engine including a dual-channel FADEC (Full Authority Digital Engine Control) with a third independant back-up channel. Integrated VFR equipment coupled with a Global Positioning System (GPS) is fitted as standard for day and night missions. All EC130 B4 systems are very easy to maintain.

• Utility

  

  The EC130 B4 offers many possibilities to operators thanks to its wide, unobstructed, flat-floor cabin that can contain an array of equipment to provide outstanding mission flexibility. The exceptional cabin size makes the EC130 B4 the perfect choice for private or cargo transportation.

  The Alouette III successor

  The high performance of the EC130 B4 allows for easy sling operations. The pilot seated at the left hand energy-absorbing seat has a very good visibility for long line operations. Thanks to the VEMD®, pilots can concentrate more on their missions: an aural warning inform them when the engine is reaching its first limitation. During sling load transportation, the EC130 B4 is very stable thanks to its large cabin, the design of its landing gear and the large horizontal stabilizer. The Fenestron® ensures safety for personnel on ground and prevents the aircraft from hitting obstacles when landing
  or maneuvering.

  Mission Capabilities

  • Parachute dropping
  • Cargo load operations
  • Freight transportation
  • Aerial photography

  

   

   

  

• Business and
  Private Aviation Missions

  Travellers enjoy a restful journey thanks to an incredibly low internal noise level, exceptional visibility and an efficient air conditioning system. The Fenestron® tail rotor makes the aircraft extremely discreet when flying over urban areas. This user-friendly helicopter is pleasant and easy for the pilot to manage. The new generation piloting aids, such as the Vehicle and Engine Multifunction Display (VEMD®), reduces the pilot’s workload considerably, thus enhancing flight safety.

  High Tech comfort

  The EC130 B4 can carry 1 pilot and up to 6 passengers in high-tech comfort with face-forward energy-absorbing seats. A large sliding door and the long boarding steps on both sides allow an easy cabin access.

  

  Exceptional visibility

  

  Luggage compartment

  

  Energy absorbing seats

  

  High visibility blade paint scheme

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  EMS Mission

  The quick and easy engine start-up sequence and the high performance of the EC130 B4 ensure rapid and efficient interventions when saving a life. Its manoeuvrability enables the pilot to land in very confined areas. The VEMD® decreases pilots’ workload, enabling them to carry out critical missions in optimal safety. The Fenestron® ensures safety in flight when manoeuvring close to obstacles and for personnel and patients on the ground.

  Made for the mission

  Thanks to its exceptional cabin size and medical interior, the EC130 B4 is worldwide considered as the successor of the Alouette III for MEDEVAC and SAR operations. The wide unobstructed cabin and its large doors allows easy loading and unloading of patients with a rapid access for medical personnel. Doctors and paramedics have plenty of space to take care of the patient during the flight. The extremely low internal noise level and the flat cabin floor offer a suitable environment to install fragile and bulky medical equipment. With the fuel tank conveniently located at the rear of the cabin, the EC130 B4 is able to offer additional adjustable energy-absorbing seats to accommodate 1 or 2 stretchers and 2 medical attendants.

  

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  Law Enforcement Mission

  The EC130 B4 is ready in no time for all types of law enforcement operations, thanks to its quick automatic engine start-up sequence, excellent performance and rate of availability obtained through an easy and affordable maintenance concept. The spacious, unobstructed cabin provides exceptional visibility and sufficient space to install all necessary equipment. And its incredibly discrete noise level (7 dB under ICAO limits) allows pilots to conduct efficient surveillance operations.

  Discreet protection

  With the VEMD®, pilots can focus solely on their target, thus enhancing flight safety. The EC130 B4’s cockpit has enough space for the installation of a fully-integrated observer’s tactical instrument and equipment console.

  

  Search light

  

  Instrument panel

  

  EOS

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  Tourism Mission

  The EC130 B4, with its Fenestron® tail rotor, is one of the most silent helicopters flying nowadays, setting the standard for tour operations worldwide. Its very low noise level is 7 dB below the ICAO requirement and below the limits defined by the Grand Canyon National Park. The only noise you will hear will be the sigh of wonderment from passengers enjoying the spectacular view offered by the vast viewing surfaces. The wide, unobstructed cabin with all forward-facing seats can accommodate 1 pilot and up to 7 passengers and provides excellent visibility.

  

  The sound of silence

  The EC130 B4 incorporates all the Incredible visibility latest state-of-the-art technologies, materials, systems and avionics. This new generation aircraft benefits from the proven experience of the Ecureuil family, resulting in an exceptionally high rate of availability. Passengers can enjoy the spectacular view, and are comfortably seated on a raised “theatre-style” platform in the rear. The forward-facing, energyabsorbing seats provide passengers with ample legroom. The low internal noise and the efficient air conditioning system contribute to making the journey unforgettable.

  
  Incredible visibility

  

  Over flying in New York

  

  8 seats configuration

  

  Emergency floatation system