Eurocopter EC120
A further step up from an R44. The French built Eurocopter EC120 was launched in 1998 and is a popular turbine helicopter with charter companies and private owners in mainland Europe. It is capable of 710 km in range with cruising speeds of up to 150 mph, comfortably carrying up to 5 people.The EC120 is the perfect progression for anyone wishing to convert to turbine flying and offers passengers spacious seating and fantastic viewing. With a fully articulated rotor head (similar to the Schweizer 300) it provides superb handling characteristics making it a joy to fly.
The aircraft boasts some unique equipment such as Vehicle and Engine Multifunction Display (VEMD), First Limit Indication (FLI), terrain guidance and auto stabilization.
Capacity: 5, including pilot
Length: 31 ft 5 in (9.6 m)
Rotor diameter: 32 ft 8 in (10.0 m)
Height: 11 ft 2 in (3.4 m)
Length: 31 ft 5 in (9.6 m)
Rotor diameter: 32 ft 8 in (10.0 m)
Height: 11 ft 2 in (3.4 m)
Max Takeoff Weight: 3,781 lb (1,715 kg)
Powerplant: 1× Turbomeca Arrius 2F Turboshaft
Maximum speed: 278 km/h (150 kts, 172 mph)
Range: 383 Nautical Miles (710 km, 440 mi)
Powerplant: 1× Turbomeca Arrius 2F Turboshaft
Maximum speed: 278 km/h (150 kts, 172 mph)
Range: 383 Nautical Miles (710 km, 440 mi)
