»Citic Offshore Helicopter Co. Ltd. (COHC) and Eurocopter announce signing of a contract for supply of two EC225 helicopters /HeliNews/
~ EC225, which is the most advanced version in this twin-engine, medium-weight helicopter family,
~ has an initial takeoff weight of 11,000 kg - or 11,200 kg with a sling load.
~ helicopter is designed for passenger transport, especially in offshore and VIP sectors, and for search and rescue operations in public domain
~ se aircraft will be delivered at end of 2007,
~ and will be the first EC225s to be equipped with auxiliary pod tanks offering a radius of action
~ greater than 250 NM for public passenger transport missions (including regulatory fuel reserves) while maintaining 19-passenger nominal capacity
~ As the first EC225s in offshore configuration to be introduced in China,
~ these aircraft will strengthen COHC fleet - which already includes 10 AS 332 L1 Super Pumas, five EC 155 B and B1s, and five AS 365 Dauphins –
~ and will consolidate company’s position as leader on Chinese oil & gas market
~ EC225 features a new 5-bladed, Spheriflex-design main rotor, a reinforced main gearbox, new engines, and an innovative integrated piloting and display system
~ se new proven technologies have improved performances (speed, maneuverability), comfort (vibration, noise) and flight safety –
~ qualities that are particularly appreciated by all crews and passengers who have already flown on helicopter