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The New H145 Helicopter Update Includes Several Features That Will Allow Customers to Enhance Their Operations in the Offshore Wind Energy Sector
For passenger transport operations to offshore wind farms and lifting techniques for wind turbines, HTM-Helicopters and Airbus Helicopters have reached an agreement for the acquisition of two H145 helicopters: one with four blades and another with five blades for activities in the offshore wind segment.
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The two helicopters will be equipped with a powerful winch, flotation equipment, and a cargo hook. The delivery of the first helicopter, a four-blade H145, is estimated to take place in the fourth quarter of this year, while the other helicopter, a five-blade H145, will be delivered in 2021.
The advantages of the aircraft include the H145’s ability to operate in more confined areas, simplified maintenance, and an increased availability rate for offshore environments. The two new helicopters will be operated from HTM-Helicopters’ bases in Norden-Norddeich, Emden, Borkum, and Helgoland, Germany.
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According to the Head of Sales for Western Europe at Airbus Helicopters, Thomas Hein, since HTM-Helicopters began its offshore wind operations in 2008, the company has relied on the H135 and H145 helicopters for its demanding operations.
The Latest H145 Update Includes New Features That Will Enable Enhanced Operations in the Offshore Wind Energy Sector
The aircraft includes a high-performance 4-axis autopilot, which ensures greater safety and reduces the pilot’s workload. Additionally, the H145 is the quietest helicopter in its class. It is equipped with a full authority digital engine control and the Helionix digital avionics suite, as well as two Safran Arriel 2E engines.
The helicopter features an innovative five-blade bearingless rotor that increases the useful load by 150 kg, further enhancing the mission capabilities of the aircraft in offshore wind operations. The four-blade H145 will also be upgraded with this new rotor system later.
Learn More About HTM Helicopter and Airbus Helicopters
Airbus Helicopters is a division of the Airbus Group, a global leader in aerospace services, and related services. Its mission is to provide the most efficient civil and military helicopter solutions to its customers who serve, protect, save lives, and transport passengers safely in highly demanding environments.
The HTM Helicopter is located in Bavaria, Germany, and is part of the airline sector. Its portfolio includes helicopters for civil and military customers, offshore operations, emergency medical services, commercial air transport, flight training, and aerial work that includes external load operations in mountainous terrain.
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