The EC-135 T2+ is a military training helicopter that offers a glass cockpit, high visibility, a multi-axis auto-pilot, and other advanced technologies to help instructors perform training missions. The EC-135 offers the performance and safety of a twin-engine helicopter that provides the ideal preparation for operational helicopter types.
A total of 15 EC-135 helicopters are operated by Navy, Army and civilian instructors, based at HMAS Albatross in state of the art training facilities.
Specifications
Type | Training helicopter |
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Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
Origin | Germany |
Number ordered | 15 |
First delivered | 31 March 2016 |
First flight | 16 January 2015 (N52-001) |
Length | 5.87 metres |
Height | 3.35 metres |
Widtd | 1.56 metres |
Weights |
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Speed | 155 knots |
Crew | 2 x Navy pilots or 1 x Navy pilot 1 x Maritime aviation warfare officer 2 x Sensor operator aircrewman |
Engines | 2 x Turbomeca Arrius 2B2 turboshaft engines |
Operated by | 723 Squadron |
Function
Training