Helicopter • Airbus Helicopters • EC135 P1, EC135 P2, EC135 P2+, H135, H135-HE
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| Model | H135 (EC135) |
| Category | Helicopter |
| Variants | EC135 P1, EC135 P2, EC135 P2+, H135, H135-HE |
| Seating | 6, 7 seats |
| Typical TTAF | 4,200 hours |
| Markets | Germany, France, United States, Australia, Canada |
| Price Range | $3.5M – $12.5M |
The Airbus Helicopters H135 (formerly Eurocopter EC135) is a twin-engine, light utility helicopter designed for versatility across multiple mission profiles. Originally developed in the 1990s as a successor to the EC120, it combines modern avionics with exceptional reliability and performance. The H135 is widely recognized for its outstanding hot-and-high performance capabilities, making it ideal for operations in challenging environments including mountainous terrain and high-altitude locations. Primary users include emergency medical services (EMS), law enforcement, search and rescue (SAR), corporate transport, and military operators worldwide. The aircraft features a spacious cabin, excellent visibility, and advanced glass cockpit systems. Its twin-engine configuration provides enhanced safety margins, while the modular design allows rapid mission reconfiguration. The H135 has become the benchmark for light utility helicopters globally, with particular popularity in Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas. Continuous upgrades and the introduction of the H135-HE (High Energy) variant with more powerful engines demonstrate Airbus's commitment to maintaining this platform's technological currency and operational relevance.
Maximum Speed: 287 km/h (155 knots)
Cruise Speed: 260 km/h (140 knots)
Maximum Range: 635 km (343 nautical miles)
Service Ceiling: 6,100 m (20,000 feet)
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 2,700 kg (5,952 lbs)
Engines: Two Turbomeca Arriel 1E2 turboshafts, 634 kW (850 shp) each
Payload Capacity: 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs)
Length: 10.64 m (34.9 feet)
Rotor Diameter: 10.0 m (32.8 feet)