The H125 is a member of Airbus’ rugged and proven Ecureuil familyconsisting of (AS350, AS355, AS550, AS555, H125, H125M, EC130, H130) that are found in nearly 120 countries around the world.

Some 1,100 H125/AS350 B3e rotorcraft currently are in service worldwide, and are primarily used for high-performance missions in high and hot conditions.

The H125 has broken world records throughout its career. In 2005, the AS350 B3 broke the world record for the highest-altitude landing and takeoff, performed on Mount Everest at 8,848 metres (29,029 feet) – a title still held today. In May 2013, the AS350 B3 performed the world’s highest long-line rescue operation on Lhotse, the world’s fourth-highest mountain, located in the Himalayas, at 7,800 metres (25,590 feet).

Hover ceiling OGE 3,840 m (EASA certification Q1 2021)
Hover ceiling IGE 4,039 m
Fast cruise speed 260 km/h
Max* range with standard fuel tanks at SL 630 km
Max* endurance with standard fuel tanks SL 4 hr, 30 min
Flight envelope (Temperature) -40°C to ISA +35°C limited to 50°C

Crew + passengers 1 or 2 pilots + up to 6 passengers
Max takeoff weight (MTOW) 2,250 kg
Max takeoff weight with external load 2,800 kg
Useful load 976 kg
Standard fuel tank capacity 426 kg
Engine type Safran Helicopter Engines Arriel 2D