EC225 All-Weather Search and Rescue

The Proven All-Weather Search and Rescue Helicopter: The Preferred Choice of SAR Operators

In the most difcult search and rescue (SAR) situations, one thing is for sure: Operators require a fast, high-performance helicopter that can take the heat, or the cold for that matter. Eurocopters allweather EC225 is just the machine for the job. It is the only new generation helicopter designed for all types of SAR and coast guard missions. Whether operating in arctic or equatorial conditions, the EC225 offers superior performance, safety, endurance and range. People in distress? The EC225 arrives fast on the scene, tackling the tightest areas, for quick recovery. It provides an ideal platform for both survivors and crews with its low vibration levels and exceptional comfort. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, such as its outstanding human-machine interface and automatic ight control system (AFCS), pilots have everything they need at their ngertips to perform precise, safe and successful missions. And because the EC225 requires minimal maintenance, pilots can perform costeffective missions, again and again, with absolute condence. Its really no wonder that the EC225 is the preferred choice of SAR operators.

Survivors Prefer the EC225

Survivors can certainly attest to the life-saving ability of the EC225: During the 2008 Sichuan earthquake relief efforts, the Chinese Ministry of Transport put their EC225 to work to evacuate more than 150 sick and injured people trapped in mountainous areas and steep, deep valleys located at an average altitude of 6,000 ft. The EC225 hovered for more than 45 minutes to hoist earthquake victims, carried up to two tons of relief goods and supplies and evacuated 20 casualties on each flight.

The EC225 boasts top-notch references for SAR and personnel recovery missions.

Join these highly satisfied E225 SAR operators:

China Rescue & Salvage Bureau

French Air Force

Japan Coast Guard

CHC Helicopter Corporation + Norsk Helikopter

South Korea 119

ERA

Brazilian Ministry of Defense

Mexican Ministry of Defense

Sichuan Earthquake Disaster Relief

Pilots Prefer the EC225

Flying the EC225 made me truly understand the capabilities that a SAR helicopter should offer. Its the rst aircraft Ive ever own that provided me with all the assistance I need to safely hoist over ships and perform mountain rescues, even in the most extreme weather and poor visibility conditions! The EC225s capabilities are key to managing workload and reducing risks. Franck Arnaudon, Captain

Revolutionary Human-Machine Interface: Providing Unrivalled Situational Awareness

The EC225s human-machine interface: Simplifies the display of critical flight information Key parameters displayed along a single line

Minimizes reaction time in case of engine failure Available power and minimum takeoff safety speed (VTOSS) continuously displayed

a Frees up pilots to focus on running operations

Enhances awareness Clear, easy-to-read symbology for settings and displays

a Pilots can make safe, on-the-spot decisions

Is efficient both day and night Fully Night Vision Goggle (NVG) compatible cockpit and cabin

a Pilots instantly detect critical information

Simplifies perception Hover mode displayed on the Primary Flight Displays (PFDs)

a Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

a Pilots achieve extreme precision in the hover

Mission Safety in All Flight Phases and Environments

To provide optimal safety, the EC225 is equipped with:

A complete de-icing system, for the severest of environments

Fully redundant systems: Dual channel Full Authority Digital Engine Controls (FADECs) with an additional ultimate back-up mode Fully automatic hover after hydraulic block failure AFCS remains operative after

The Worlds Most Advanced Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS):

Setting New Standards for Safety and Efficiency

Increased safety during vulnerable phases Effective protection against whiteout, brownout and vortex ring conditions Engine failure recovery procedure in all flight sequences Protection against engine power exceedance (AEO OEI)

failure of both Attitude and Heading Reference Systems (AHRS)

Emergency equipment, such as: Self-deploying emergency floatation gear (sea state 6): Inflation up to 150 kts Self-deploying life raft Self-deploying Emergency Locator Transmitter (ADELT)

The AFCS provides: Perfect hover capability Automatic hover within 1m horizontal precision and unrivalled stability in height, whatever the surface below Automatic approach and hover, into wind, facing survivors with an appropriate offset at selected height (can be engaged at any point) Automatic transition onto a geographic waypoint, radar plot, or map display mark Horizontal position can be flown via a joystick in the cabin Provision of a ground speed mode (GSP): From -10 to +50 kts longitudinally and 20 kts laterally

Prevention of collision with the ground with automatic level-off at 200 ft during AFCS-controlled descent

The EC225 fully complies with FAR/JAR29 safety requirements in terms of: Flaw/damage tolerance Crash-resistant fuel systems Crashworthiness standards Turbine burst protection

...and exceeds FAR/JAR29 safety requirements as far as: Main gearbox dry run: successfully completed Bird strike tolerance High intensity radiated fields (HIRF) Lightning protection Cabin floor

Winch Operators Prefer the EC225

The accuracy of the joystick and the stability in hover mode are truly unique features. They allow for extremely precise hoisting in difficult situations such as in confined areas, ship decks, etc. The large doors and new flexible cabin layout are perfectly adapted to even our toughest missions. Andrew Mottram, Flight Engineer

The Cabin:
A Key Success Factor in Rescue Missions

Spacious cabin - Large cabin doors on both sides for easy access - No auxiliary fuel tank in the cabin - Big bubble windows

Modular layout - Energy-absorbing seats with multiple configurations - Slideable rear crew seats - Large storage area for SAR/EMS equipment - Sensor console when required

Designed to Simplify Winch Operations

Single handle to fly the hover and

operate the hoist, freeing up the operators other hand

Variable high speed Class 1 hoist with

hydraulic or electrical back-up

Wide clear door area Console fitted with FLIR/TV, radar,

map display, and Automatic Information System (AIS)

Winchmen Prefer the EC225

I am surprised by the light downwash and the large windows are ideal! The stability and the precision hover of the EC225 makes me confident that pilots will be able to strategically position me no matter what the circumstances. I can breathe easy knowing Ill be hoisted down with no risk, even in the tiniest of areas. Laurent Fund, Rescue Diver

The EC225 at Your Service Big windows for wide-ranging searches Bubble windows to keep a 180 search angle No sponsons: an unrestricted downwards view Large doors for easy access Modular floor with rails to install medical treatment kits Low vibration levels at all speeds to facilitate medical treatment

Operations Managers Prefer the EC225

The EC225 is an operational dream! With its great availability rate, the EC225 is always ready to go when I need it. Its top-notch systems enable the crew to depart even in lousy conditions. With its high cruising speed, it is the first on scene, and allows for long range missions. And if another crisis situation arises, it is right back up in the air again in no time. Stanislas Xavier Azzis, Operations Manager

The EC225: Soaring High in SAR Efficiency

Demonstrated availability: 98%

First to arrive on the scene - Takeoff in less than 5 minutes - High cruising speed

Exceptional endurance - Fuel over 3,000 kg/6,614 lbs, tank-free cabin - In-flight time more than 5 hours

Very low vibration levels - Comfortable for crew - Minimal airframe and equipment fatigue

Basic internal fuel tank capacity 2 auxiliary external pods 1 qualified auxiliary rear cargo tank

2268 kg/5,000 lbs 474 kg/1,045 lbs

Quick turn-around time

High Availability and Exceptional Endurance

25

Number of Survivors

Internal Tanks Internal + Pods Internal + Pods + rear

20

15

10

50 Nm Radius of Action

100 Nm

150 Nm

200 Nm

250 Nm

300 Nm

350 Nm

400 Nm

The Versatility of the EC225:

Ready for Any Task both Today and Tomorrow

Equipped for fire fighting missions: 4,000-liter (8,800-lb) innovative cabin kit with self-contained pickup pump that is operable in very shallow waters Under-slung bucket

Rapid role change from passenger transport to SAR missions: Multiple floor rails and unobstructed deck greatly increase flexibility and cabin options

Enhanced coast guard and maritime counter-terrorism capacities based on military specifications, such as: Self-sealing fuel tanks Armored seats Fast rope and abseiling capacity Door mounted 12.7 mm sniper gun Cabin mounted 20 mm cannon 7.62 mm machine gun with sliding front windows

task training in virtual reality Helicopter Underwater Escape Trainer (HUET)

Ultra-realistic simulators Level D qualified EC225 Full Flight Simulator (FFS) at Helisim (France) Dual-qualified FFS: Level B and flight training device (FTD) level 3 in the UK (and in Aberdeen in 2010) 6 degrees of freedom FFS with full Comprehensive SAR Training Solutions for Crews and Technicians SAR capability Extensive, modern field of view designed for SAR: 210 wide, 80 vertical (30 up, 50 look-down) Eurocopter offers comprehensive EC225 SAR training solutions, including: visuals, chin window visuals, direct projection, state-of-the-art NVG-compatible visual database including SAR accident scenes Training courses (from ab-initio to full SAR mission capacity) For air crews: JAR FCL 2 and FAR-approved Type Rating courses Recurrent training SAR mission training: 1 day of theory, 7.5 hrs of flight, rear crew hoist training, FLIR training SAR training also available on-site at customers facilities Bespoke in-flight SAR training

For ground crews: Standard maintenance O & I levels to advanced training

For winch operators and winchmen: Practical SAR training

Modern training media Computer Assisted Instruction (CAI) software, SmartBoard compatible Computer Based Training (CBT) software New Virtual Cockpit Procedures Trainer (VCPT): 3D cockpit simulation on any PC or laptop for

Maintenance Engineers Prefer the EC225

With the EC225, I benefit from the highest availability and lowest maintenance time per flight hour. When necessary, I get full support from Eurocopter through their customer network. Major Mickael B., Technical Manager

Flexible, Comprehensive Maintenance Solutions

What Eurocopter provides:

15 flight hours or 7 days of operations

before the first mechanic check

Periodic inspections every 75 hours,

plus inspection at 750 hours/2 years

Electronic documentation
Customized support solutions to ensure maximum availability:

Parts-by-the-Hour (PBH) contracts Guaranteed Direct Maintenance Cost

(DMC)

Unscheduled Maintenance Insurance

Plans (UMIPs)

A toll-free number for AOG:

24 hours a day, 7 days a week

A worldwide network of subsidiaries

and authorized customer service representatives

The Value of Experience

The EC225 and its military equivalent, the EC725, have benefited from the vast experience accumulated by Super Puma operators in the most demanding SAR missions in more than 30 countries. The EC225 and the EC725 are the result of Eurocopters commitment to continuous improvement and its policy of incoporporating operators suggestions and recommendations. From the outset, the EC725 and its mission system were designed in close collaboration with the French Air Force for the most demanding Combat Search and Rescue (C-SAR) operations. Special care was taken to meet the militarys fundamental requirements, such as to be able to perform rescue missions in enemy territory under the most adverse weather conditions with the lowest level of risk. While integrating demanding military requirements including rescue efficiency, survivability and reliability, Eurocopter also paid close attention to the critical requirements of safety, availability and cost effectiveness related to civil certification and commercial operations. This joint design concept, integrating the most advanced technologies available today, has given birth to the EC725 and the fully-civilian certified EC225.

SAR EC225 04-09 E. Designed by Eurocopter - Photos: Patrick Penna - Jrme Deulin - SIRPA Air - Courtesy of China Rescue - Nicolas Gouhier - Eric Raz - Frdric Lert Eurocopter, Thinking without limits, EC225 and EC725 are trademarks of the Eurocopter Group. Corporate Communications Department. Eurocopter reserves the right to make configuration and data changes at any time without notice. The facts and figures contained in this document and expressed in good faith do not constitute any offer or contract with Eurocopter. Printed on PEFC certified paper originating from sustainable forests.