Eurocopter to supply EC225 and AS350B3e to China’s State Grid General Aviation Company
Source: Eurocopter, 22-May-13
China’s largest helicopter operator in the power and electricity sectors, the State Grid General Aviation Company (SGGAC), has ordered one EC225 and two AS350 B3e rotorcraft to support the country’s electrical grid development and build the Chinese company’s business into other airlift duties. As the wholly-owned subsidiary of State Grid Corporation of China, one of [...]
SHG receives its 70th Eurocopter
Source: Nordic Rotors, 21-May-13
The Swedish helicopter service provider Scandinavian Helicopter Group AB (SHG) has taken delivery of its 70th Eurocopter aircraft. The helicopter, a brand new AS 350 B3e, was handed over in a ceremony at the Marignane production plant in Marseilles, southern France, last week. Eurocopter celebrated the momentous occasion together with three generations of the Pihl [...]
RSG delivers newly completed AS350B3e to Guatemala
Source: RSG Aviation, 16-May-13
RSG Aviation, Inc., an industry leader in helicopter and aircraft completions and MRO services recently finalized an extensive completion on a new Eurocopter AS350B3e helicopter. The project was completed for a loyal and long term customer, who for many generations operates the largest coffee plantation in Guatemala. The customer requested and received the following: New state-of-the- art [...]
Hy-Ridge Helicopters takes delivery of AS350B3e
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 01-May-13
Hy-Ridge Helicopters Ltd. has chosen its fourth A-Star aircraft, an AS350 B3e, to support a variety of utility and transport missions throughout Alberta and British Columbia that include; long-lining, sling operations, fire suppression, heli-torch operations, air ambulance services, seismic operations, mining exploration, heli-skiing as well as, private and corporate charter services. “The AS350 B3e’s incredible adaptability [...]
Eurocopter UK reinforces its British private/VIP market leadership
Source: Eurocopter, 25-Apr-13
With a series of deliveries, Eurocopter has further extended its lead in Britain’s private/VIP market and once more confirmed the company’s role as Britain’s civil helicopter hub. Two of the rotorcraft are the AS350 B3e evolved members of Eurocopter’s Ecureuil family, while the third is an EC120 B. [Editor note - Eurocopter has already issued [...]
Coast to Coast Helicopters adds two AS350B3e to Mustang fleet
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 17-Apr-13
Coast to Coast Helicopters took delivery of two enhanced AS350 B3e’s to increase support for the groups utility helicopters operations. Both aircraft will be operated by one of the group’s subsidiary operations; Mustang Helicopters. “The purchase of the AS350 B3e’s was an easy decision as the AStar family has continued to demonstrate its reliability and [...]
First AS350B3e delivered to UK market
Source: Eurocopter UK, 02-Apr-13
The AS350B3e, the newest version of Eurocopter’s successful Ecureuil family, is the latest addition to the UK’s important single engine helicopter fleet in Private/Business Aviation. After its entry into service in September 2011, the AS350B3e, the latest version of the powerful 7 seat, 2,3 ton AS350 single engine helicopter family was delivered for the first [...]
Eurocopter booked 69 orders at Heli-Expo 2013
Source: Eurocopter, 12-Mar-13
New orders and commitments for Eurocopter’s helicopter family, along with an unveiling of the latest evolution in its product line, marked the company’s highly successful participation at Heli-Expo 2013 – the rotorcraft industry’s largest international gathering, held this month in Las Vegas, Nevada. The bookings covered products ranging from Eurocopter’s light single-engine AS350 helicopter to [...]
Pop Artist Romero Britto Makes AS350B3e a True Work of Art
Source: American Eurocopter, 09-Mar-13
Robert Spiegel has always been a fan of pop art. So when the South Florida commercial real estate executive purchased a Eurocopter AS350 B3e for corporate use by his family-owned Poinciana Management Inc., located in Palm Beach, Florida, he had an idea for the perfect paint scheme. “I‘ve always had an interest in the arts, [...]
Mountain Air Helicopters will put new AS350B3e right to work
Source: American Eurocopter, 09-Mar-13
Mountain Air Helicopters will take delivery of its new Eurocopter AS350B3e helicopter on Friday following the Heli-Expo 2013 trade show, where the aircraft used by American Eurocopter to demonstrate the capabilities of the latest in the AS350 AStar line of light single-engine helicopters. Mountain Air, based in Los Lunas, N.M., operates five earlier AStar models. [...]
All American Aviation to fly first AS350B3e on Gulf of Mexico
Source: American Eurocopter, 08-Mar-13
American Eurocopter is pleased to announce that All American Aviation LLC will be the first helicopter operator to provide offshore oil and gas transport service in the Gulf of Mexico using new Eurocopter AS350B3e AStar helicopters. All American has leased two AS350B3e aircraft from Rainier Heli International, an affiliate of Papillon Helicopters, and plans to [...]
Eurocopter recognises Ecocopter for operations in Chile and Peru
Source: Eurocopter, 07-Mar-13
Eurocopter kicked off day 2 of Heli-Expo with a ceremony recognizing Ecocopter, the largest Eurocopter commercial operator in Chile, for 10 years of operation in Chile and Peru. On the occasion, Dominique Andréani, commercial director of Eurocopter Cono Sur, presented Ecocopter President Eduardo Ergas and CEO Fernando Kogan with a commemorative plaque as well as [...]
Universal Helicopters Newfoundland orders AS350B3e
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 06-Mar-13
Universal Helicopters has chosen its fifth A-Star aircraft, an AS350 B3e, to assist with utility and transport missions throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. The sale was confirmed today with Eurocopter Canada Limited (ECL) at Heli-Expo 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. “The AS350 B3e’s extraordinary versatility and reputation as the ultimate work horse made it the [...]
What is Eurocopter showing at Heli-Expo?
Source: Eurocopter, 26-Feb-13
“At Heli-Expo 2013, Eurocopter will highlight how we are meeting our vision of transitioning from an industry-leading helicopter manufacturer to the no. 1 vertical lift mission solutions provider,” said President & CEO Lutz Bertling. “We will achieve this vision through the evolution of our current product line, the introduction of a next-generation rotorcraft family and [...]
Kona Community Hospital Activates Rotor Program
Source: Kona Community Hospital, 21-Feb-13
Kona Community Hospital (KCH) welcomed a new emergency medical rotor coptor as it made its maiden landing on the hospital’s helipad on Thursday, February 14. The Hawaii Life Flight (HLF) crew manning the rotor copter was greeted by KCH administration as well as members of the KCH trauma team, emergency and security departments. The rotor [...]
Eurocopter brings military and civil helicopters to Aero India 2013
Source: Eurocopter, 05-Feb-13
The capabilities of Eurocopter’s expanded helicopter product line in meeting a full range of India military, governmental and civilian missions will be at the forefront during this month’s Aero India 2013 exhibition, to be held at Air Force Station Yelahanka, near Bangalore. A cornerstone of Eurocopter’s static display is the AS565 MBe Panther naval helicopter, [...]
Air Methods to acquire 22 new Eurocopter aircraft – AS350, EC130, EC135
Source: American Eurocopter, 01-Jan-13
Air Methods Corp., the U.S. largest operator of helicopters for emergency air medical transport services, has placed an order with American Eurocopter Corp. for 22 new helicopters valued at more than $80 million. With the order Air Methods, based in Englewood, Colo., continues to equip its fleet with new aircraft incorporating the latest in safety [...]
Kootenay Valley Helicopters adds AS350B3e
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 17-Dec-12
On December 14, 2012, Eurocopter Canada delivered an AS350 B3e to Kootenay Valley Helicopters to assist with utility missions throughout British Columbia. “”The selection of an AS350 B3e was easy. Acquiring quality aircraft satisfies our customers as well as, helping us reach our goals of advancement in the industry” said Wendell Maki, Owner and Chief [...]
Civil Police of Rio Grande do Sul receive AS350B3e
Source: Helibras, 30-Nov-12
[Electronic translation] The Helibras handed, on Wednesday (28), an AS350 helicopter B3e for the Civil Police of Rio Grande do Sul – the first aircraft to be operated by the corporation in the State. She was delivered by Government Market Manager, Mauro Ayres, and was received in Porto Alegre, the governor Genro. The acquisition is due [...]
Alaska Dept of Public Safety orders AS350B3e
Source: American Eurocopter, 15-Nov-12
American Eurocopter announced today that the Alaska Department of Public Safety has purchased an AS350 B3e to support operations of the Alaska Wildlife Troopers and State Troopers. The new AS350 B3e will be based in Fairbanks, Alaska, bringing enhanced capabilities to the agency’s existing helicopter fleet, which also includes an AS350 B3. “When we decided [...]
Kenya Police considers suing Eurocopter over AS350B3e crash
Source: Kenya Broadcasting, 02-Nov-12
Kenya Police are considering taking Eurocopter to court. The basis is apparently that the manufacturer supplied a newer AS350B3e model and not the older AS350B3 that the police contracted for. (see full story) see also 10-Jun-12 5Y-CDT Eurocopter AS350B3e Ngong Hills, Kenya (6F)
Florida – Brevard County buys two AS350B3e for mosquito control
Source: American Eurocopter, 31-Oct-12
American Eurocopter today announced Brevard County, Florida, has purchased two AS350 B3e helicopters. The aircraft will be utilized for mosquito control, firefighting and herbicide application throughout the county, which is located along Florida’s east coast, replacing an AS350 B3 and two 206Bs currently being used. “We carefully considered our options before making the purchase,” said [...]
American Eurocopter celebrates 200th US-built AS350
Source: American Eurocopter, 21-Sep-12
American Eurocopter held an event today at its Delivery Center in Grand Prairie to honor the 200th AS350® helicopter manufactured in the United States. The 200th aircraft, an AS350 B3e, was delivered to the Texas Department of Public Safety in April and was placed into service today. Members of the Texas DPS were on hand [...]
Pima County set to unveil new AS350B3e
20-Sep-12
The Eurocopter AS350B3e will be introduced to the community at 10 a.m. on September 24 at the Kino Sports Complex in Tucson. (see full story) File photo
Colorado’s Flight For Life needs new helicopter
13-Sep-12
Flight for Life has staged a “Rocky Mountain Ransom” to raise money to buy an AS350B3e (see full story)
Eurocopter kicks off the ILA Berlin Air Show
11-Sep-12
Eurocopter will present its latest civil and military helicopters at the 2012 ILA Berlin Air Show, including the X3 high-speed hybrid demonstrator, the newly-developed EC145 T2, and the enhanced CH-53GA for the German Army – all of which underscore the company’s technological leadership and the capability to meet quality and performance demands of international customers. [...]
Eurocopter to show special forces EC145T2 mockup at ILA Berlin 2012
Source: HeliHub.com, 10-Sep-12
EADS and its Divisions – Airbus, Astrium, Cassidian and Eurocopter – will present a broad selection of cutting-edge products, technologies and services at the ILA Berlin Air Show 2012, which takes place 11-16 September 2012. Eurocopter will have an extensive showing including AS350B3e, EC635, EC145T2 mock up as a special forces carrier, Tiger UHT (German [...]
Helibras delivers new EC120 and AS350B3e at LABACE 2012
Source: Helibras, 17-Aug-12
[electronic translation] The Helibras will attend the 9th LABACE – Latin American Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition, held at Congonhas airport in Sao Paulo, between days 15, 16 and 17 August. The company will deliver two new aircraft to Brazilian customers and make them their new building plans in the area of ​​services – technical assistance, [...]
Kershaw Aviation receive first AS350B3e in New Zealand
Source: Kershaw Aviation, 16-Aug-12
A ‘first’ for Queenstown-based aviation company A New Zealand aviation company is continuing on its expansion path by taking delivery of a brand new helicopter, the first of its kind to arrive in New Zealand. Kershaw Aviation Group has completed the avionic and equipment fit out of a Eurocopter AS 350 B3e. The aircraft will [...]
Utah Highway Patrol Aero Bureau orders an AS350B3e
Source: American Eurocopter, 13-Jul-12
American Eurocopter announced today that the Utah Highway Patrol has purchased an AS350® B3e for its Aero Bureau fleet. The new B3e will bring enhanced capabilities to the Bureau’s current fleet of two AS350 B2s that support law enforcement agencies statewide, whose efforts protect the citizens of Utah. “When we decided to add a third [...]
Scandair Sweden flies with Donaldson AS350B3e inlet barrier filter system
Source: Donaldson, 09-Jul-12
One of the first European AS350B3e helicopters is flying with proven, advanced engine protection from Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, a division of Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI). Donaldson delivered its AS350B3e Inlet Barrier Filter system to utility operator Scandair for installation on the company’s new aircraft. Scandair joins customers worldwide protecting their helicopter engines with [...]
Heli-Linth becomes sixth Swiss operator with AS350B3e
Source: HeliHub.com, 01-Jun-12
Yesterday, Heli-Linth became the sixth Swiss operator to have a Eurocopter AS350B3e in their fleet, following Air Grischa Helikopter, Air Zermatt, Heli-Bernina, Heli-Gotthard and Heli-TV. Serial number 7347 has been registered as HB-ZLN with the owner and operator listed as Heli-Linth [File photo] Jeremy Parkin – HeliHub.com
Switzerland – Heli-TV adds new AS350B3e
Source: HeliHub.com, 31-May-12
Swiss operator Heli-TV is the latest to add a new Eurocopter AS350B3e to its fleet. Serial 7409 was registered yesterday in the mountainous European country as HB-ZTV, listed as owned by Nuova Camping Tamaro SA and operated by Heli-TV [File photo] Jeremy Parkin – HeliHub.com
Swiss distributor signs for six AS350B3e and one EC130T2
Source: Eurocopter, 17-May-12
Eurocopter’s activity at EBACE was led by a contract signature for the supply of six AS350 B3e helicopters and one EC130 T2 to Eurocopter’s Swiss-based distributor, Europavia. The new single-engine rotorcraft for Europavia will be delivered to this distributor in 2013-2014, and are to be utilized in multi-purpose missions that include aerial work and VIP [...]
Eurocopter book 11 sales at FIDAE show in Chile
Source: Eurocopter, 09-Apr-12
Through its subsidiary in the Southern Cone region, Eurocopter has announced the signing of five contracts and six letters of intent with a number of private and parapublic operators in Argentina, Chile and Peru at this year’s FIDAE International Air and Space Fair in Santiago, Chile. The following bookings have been registered: 4 AS350 B3e, [...]
Pima County Sheriffs selects Becker digital ICS for new AS350B3e
Source: Becker Avionics, 09-Apr-12
Becker Avionics announced today that Pima County Sheriffs Department (PCSD) of Tucson, Arizona, selected the DVCS6100 digital airborne audio control panel system for its new AS350 B3e multi-mission helicopter. The aircraft delivered in mid-March during a ceremony at American Eurocopter’s Grand Prairie TX Delivery Center. During the next few months the aircraft will be outfitted [...]
Indian corporates order Eurocopter AS350B3e, EC135 and EC155
Source: Eurocopter, 20-Mar-12
Eurocopter India, a subsidiary of Eurocopter, announced its first bookings in India for 2012. Comprising light and medium class helicopters, the bookings included an AS350 B3e, an EC135 and an EC155. Signed against the backdrop of India Aviation 2012 in Hyderabad, these helicopters will be delivered in corporate configuration within this year. With four out [...]
Mustang Helicopters to add a Eurocopter AS350B3e
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 18-Mar-12
Eurocopter Canada Limited (ECL) announced the sale of an enhanced AS350 B3e to Coast to Coast Helicopters group – a utility helicopters group. The aircraft will be operated by one of the group’s operators: Mustang Helicopters. “The high-performance AS350 B3e offers versatility, space and updated safety features that are well suited for Coast to Coast’s [...]
Peak Aviation buy fourth Eurocopter, an AS350B3e
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 18-Mar-12
Peak Aviation Inc. has selected the AS350 B3e to assist with its mining, fire and long-lining missions. The sale by Eurocopter Canada Limited (ECL) will mark Peak Aviation’s fourth Eurocopter product, including two EC130 B4s and one AS350 B3. “The AS350 B3e is the best single engine aircraft for the type of utility work that [...]
Pima County AZ Sheriff receives first AS350B3e in US law enforcement
Source: American Eurocopter, 15-Mar-12
American Eurocopter announced today that it has delivered an AS350® B3e to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD), which is based in Tucson, Arizona. The aircraft was delivered during a ceremony in American Eurocopter’s Grand Prairie Delivery Center. This marks the delivery of the first AS350 B3e to a law enforcement agency in the United [...]
Heli Bernina become latest Swiss operator to buy AS350B3e
Source: HeliHub.com, 24-Feb-12
Heli Bernina have yesterday registered a new Eurocopter AS350B3e on the Swiss aircraft register. Serial number 7339 from the factory in Marignane, the helicopter is registered HB-ZMY and will join two AS350B3 Squirrels and one SA315B Lama at their main base at Samedan. The company also operates an AgustaWestland AW109E out of Locarno. Photo shows [...]
First AS350B3e delivered in Nepal
Source: HeliHub.com, 20-Feb-12
The first of two Eurocopter AS350B3e helicopters ordered by Nepalese operator Simrik Air was displayed last week at the Singapore Air Show. Serial 7324 and registered 9N-AJZ, the burgundy and black aircraft is slightly ahead of schedule. The order was signed on Friday 13th May 2011 by Simrik Air Executive Chairman Rameshwor Thapa and Eurocopter [...]
Air Greenland orders the AS350B3e
Source: Eurocopter, 15-Feb-12
Eurocopter signed yesterday a contract to supply Air Greenland with one enhanced AS350 B3e version, marking the latest expansion of this European operator’s Ecureuil single-engine family fleet. Air Greenland currently operates 12 Ecureuil helicopters: 10 of the AS350 B3+ variant and two AS350 B2s. The new agreement was inked on Eurocopter’s exhibit stand at the [...]
Wood Buffalo Helicopters buys Eurocopter AS350B3e
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 14-Feb-12
The delivery of an AS350 B3e by Eurocopter Canada Limited (ECL) marks Wood Buffalo Helicopters’ sixth purchase of Eurocopter aircraft for its growing fleet. The AS350 B3e will assist Wood Buffalo with a range of missions alongside 4 AS350 B2 and 2 EC120 aircraft. “We are continuously impressed by Eurocopter products and support,” said Michael [...]
Hélicoptères Hélicarrier selects AS350B3e
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 14-Feb-12
Hélicoptères Hélicarrier Inc. will enhance its capabilities in mining and external load operations with its recent purchase of an AS350 B3e from Eurocopter Canada Limited (ECL). Hélicoptères Hélicarrier currently operates 2 AS350 B3 aircraft for its diverse customer base. “We have been very impressed with the performance of the AS350 B3 for our wide range [...]
Air Medical Resource Group selects Uniflight for AS350B3e EMS completions
Source: Uniflight, 13-Feb-12
Uniflight, LLC of Grand Prairie, Texas is extremely pleased to announce that Air Medical Resource Group, headquartered in South Jordan, Utah, has awarded Uniflight the contract to perform air medical completions on its new AS350B3e fleet of helicopters. “AMRG’s selection of Uniflight as the completion center for its new air medical AS350 fleet is very [...]
Canadian Helicopters takes delivery of an AS350B3e
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 12-Feb-12
The latest purchase of an AS350 B3e aircraft by Canadian Helicopters will assist with demanding utility missions and will increase its current fleet to 75 Eurocopter aircraft. The addition of the AS350 B3e will contribute to CH’s corporate rebranding, which has been reflected through its growing international presence with the recent acquisition of Helicopters NZ [...]
Kenya Police AS350B3e has fist Donaldson IBF in Africa
Source: Donaldson, 10-Feb-12
The first AS350B3e in Africa is flying with the first Donaldson AS350B3e Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) system on the continent. Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, a division of Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI) delivered the advanced filtration system via Eurocopter South Africa for installation on the Kenya Police Air-Wing’s new aircraft. Donaldson’s AS350 IBF will be [...]
Fugro Airborne Surveys Canada goes rotary with AS350B3e
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 09-Feb-12
International surveying company Fugro Airborne Surveys has selected the AS350 B3e from Eurocopter Canada Limited (ECL) to assist with its geophysical survey missions. In addition to previously leased AS350 aircraft, this will be Fugro’s first helicopter purchase in Canada. “To date, our preferred model has been the AS350 B3, which we have chartered from our [...]
Eurocopter Vostok delivers first AS350B3e to UTair Aviation
Source: Eurocopter, 12-Jan-12
UTair Aviation has received its initial three Eurocopter AS350 B3e enhanced helicopters as this leading Russian and CIS operator builds up the largest fleet of Ecureuil family rotary-wing aircraft in the region. These AS350 B3s are among 20 aircraft ordered from the Eurocopter Ecureuil product line in 2010 by UTair, marking the biggest contract for [...]
Kenya Police Air Wing becomes first African AS350B3e customer
Source: Eurocopter, 12-Jan-12
The Kenya Police Air-Wing is expanding its airborne law enforcement and crime prevention unit with the delivery of a Eurocopter AS350 B3e Ecureuil helicopter. Kenya’s selection of the AS350 B3e, which is the enhanced version of Eurocopter’s successful AS350 model, follows an open and competitive tender won earlier this year by Eurocopter Southern Africa (Pty) [...]
Russia certifies Eurocopter AS350B3e
Source: Eurocopter Vostok, 27-Dec-11
(electronic translation) In December 2011, the Interstate Aviation Committee (IAC) has certified the helicopter AS350 B3e, thereby approving the operation of this new modification of the popular helicopter AS350 in Russia and CIS countries. “Helicopter AS350 has proven himself in the world and is of high demand in Russia and CIS. On receipt of the certificate [...]
Air Zermatt adds new AS350B3e to fleet
Source: HeliHub.com, 14-Dec-11
Swiss operator Air Zermatt has registered a new Eurocopter AS350B3e on Monday of this week. Serial 7309 and registered HB-ZPB, the new aircraft joins two AS350B2s, three AS350B3s, three Lamas and a Eurocopter EC135T2. Air Zermatt’s website currently shows two of the Lamas are for sale. Photo shows sister ship and not the new AS350B3e [...]
Heli-Gotthard adds new AS350B3e to fleet
Source: HeliHub.com, 30-Nov-11
Yesterday, Heli-Gotthard registered HB-ZMO on the Swiss register, a new AS350B3e from Eurocopter. Serial number is 7281 and will join the company’s fleet. In addition to this new helicopter, Heli-Gotthard has three AS350B3 based at Erstfeld and two EC120 helicopters based at Pfaffnau, one of which is operated for a private owner. Jeremy Parkin – [...]
Transport Canada certifies the Eurocopter AS350B3e
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 21-Nov-11
Officially launched at Heli-Expo 2011, the AS350 B3e is designed to carry out demanding missions in the most extreme weather and geographical conditions. Its exceptional lift capability, high endurance, extended range and fast cruise speed make the AS350 B3e the leader in its class. “We look forward to enhancing our customers’ fleets, by offering the [...]
China: Wuhan Helicopter signs for two AS350B3e and one EC120B
07-Nov-11
The three helicopters are the first Eurocopter models to be included in Wuhan Helicopter’s fleet, and comprise two AS350 B3e and one EC120 B. Intended for utility missions, they are scheduled to be delivered in the first quarter of 2013. A signing ceremony was held on Saturday, 5 November, in Wuhan, Hubei Province, between Wuhan [...]
UTair takes delivery of first aircraft from AS350/AS355 order
Source: HeliHub.com, 25-Oct-11
UTair has taken delivery of a Eurocopter AS350B3e, the airline announced today. This is the first aircraft from a block order for 20 (see original HeliHub.com story of this order), and the company has also announced that 14 of these will be AS350B3e models with the remaining six as AS355NP. All twenty are expected to [...]
Air Grischa Helikopter adds AS350B3e
Source: HeliHub.com, 23-Oct-11
Swiss operator Air Grischa Helikopter has added a new Eurocopter AS350B3e to their fleet, the first of its type in Switzerland. It is registered HB-ZND and is serial 7268 from the factory in Marignane, near Marseilles. Jeremy Parkin – HeliHub.com
Eurocopter Chile delivers the first AS350B3e in the Americas
Source: Eurocopter, 21-Oct-11
The Eurocopter Chile subsidiary of Eurocopter delivered an AS350 B3e helicopter to Servicios Aéreos Kipreos today, making it the first operator to receive this new version of the Ecureuil rotary-wing aircraft in the Americas. This new model joins the helicopter fleet at Servicios Aéreos Kipreos, which specializes in high-precision aerial work, and has included the [...]
Air Medical Resource Group exercises options for four AS350B3e
Source: American Eurocopter, 19-Oct-11
American Eurocopter announced that Air Medical Resource Group (AMRG) has exercised their options and ordered four more AS350 B3e helicopters. The options were part of an order announced at Heli-Expo 2011 and will bring AMRG’s fleet of AS350 B3e helicopters to seven Air Medical Resource Group is the parent company of Eagle Air Med Corporation, [...]
MAKS – Eurocopter delivers first of 20 Ecureuils to UTair Aviation
Source: Eurocopter Vostok, 21-Aug-11
Eurocopter has delivered the first of 20 Ecureuil family helicopters contracted last autumn by Russia’s UTair Aviation in the largest acquisition of its kind for the Russian and CIS market in the lightweight helicopter segment. The initial helicopter provided in this order – which was signed with the Eurocopter Vostok subsidiary – is a single-engine [...]
Papillon Orders five AS350 B3e helicopters – plus three options
Source: American Eurocopter, 29-Jun-11
Grand Prairie, Texas – American Eurocopter announced today that Papillon Helicopters has placed an order for five AS350 B3e helicopters with options for three more. The aircraft will be used to expand the company’s fleet and will begin a replacement program for some of the company’s older helicopters. “The AS350 B3e showcases Eurocopter’s commitment to [...]
