Med Evac’s Aircraft

Med Evac operates a fleet of Airbus H125 Helicopters (formerly named the Astar 350 B3e).

Our aircraft are equipped with state-of-the-art safety equipment, such as: night vision goggles, stability augmentation system (auto-pilot) radar altimeters, GPS navigation, satellite tracking, terrain alert warning system (TAWS) and traffic alert and collision avoidance system, crash resistant fuel systems, dual hydraulics, and crash worthy pilots seat.

The H125 strikes the perfect balance between performance, reliability and mission flexibility. It’s the only aircraft to ever land on the summit of Mt. Everest, demonstrating it’s capabilities that make it ideal for our high altitude geography and demanding environment.

Aircraft Specifications

Aircraft Specifications

Engine: Powered by a Turbomeca Ariel 2D turbo shaft engine that provides 860 shaft horsepower for takeoff and 739 shaft horsepower for maximum continuous operation

Length: 42.45 feet
Main Rotor Diameter: 35 feet and 10.3 feet above the ground on a flat surface
Fuel System: Holds 143 gallons or 940 pounds of fuel
Max Airspeed: 155 knots


Limitations

Maximum Gross Weight: 5225 pounds
Maximum Weight Capacity of Baggage Compartment: 264 (fwd left) & 176(aft) pounds Maximum Gross Weight of Patient Litter: 450 pounds
Fuel Capacity: Allows an approximate radius of 156 nautical miles, or over 300 statute miles without need for refueling
Service Ceiling in VFR Conditions: 23,000 feet
Weather Conditions: The aircraft can operate in all weather conditions but is limited in the following: icing conditions, excessive wind – this will be at pilot discretion, visibility as outlined in weather minimums policy