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Eurocopter AS350 AStar
Eurocopter AS350 AStar
The AStar series was originally designed by the French
manufacturer, Aerospatiale, to compete with Bell
Helicopter’s JetRanger. It was the first helicopter to
be predominantly constructed of composite materials.
It is one of the quietest helicopters manufactured. It’s
worth noting that the main rotor blades on French
made helicopters turn counter clock-wise, the opposite
direction as American made helicopters.
IONS:
Cruise Speed:
161 mph
Gallon Capacity:
180
Manufacturer
Aérospatiale / Eurocopter
Group
Type III
I Airtanker
Helicopter
As with most light helicopters, The AS350s have
the ability to take-off and land in relatively small
areas. They are used for a variety of activities: aerial
reconnaissance, aerial ignition, and fire suppression.
The AS350 B3 has increased speed, lifting capability
and improved density altitude performance making
this helicopter ideal for wildland fire initial attack. The
helicopter has passenger seating for four, one in the
front and three in the back. It has a cargo compartment
in the tail boom. Some AStars may have cargo baskets
to provide additional space for cargo.
S P E C I F I C AT
Crew
Pilot
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