In today's episode, we will look at five different helicopters that are being used in the Medical Air Services sector. In critical medical situations, time is of the essence, that's why having reliable and spacious cabins in aircraft used for medical purposes is important for transporting patients quickly and safely.  

From air ambulances to medical evacuation aircraft, these helicopters can be customized and equipped with advanced technology and other lifesaving equipment to provide the best possible medical care in highpressure situations. We’ll delve deeper into the technical specifications and features of each helicopter to help you learn why they are trusted by medical emergency professionals to transport patients in critical situations.

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1:09 AS 365 DAUPHIN Helicopter
© Airbus Medical Air Service / Airbus Helicopter Company

Engine Type: 2 x Turboméca Arriel 1C2
Engine Horsepower: 669 hp / 492 kW
Max Range: 459 nautical miles
Climb Rate: 6.7m/s
Max Cruise Speed: 145 knots
Fuel Capacity: 300 US gal / 1,135 liters
Passenger Capacity: 1 2 pilots and up to 10 passengers
Price: Price: $2.4M US Dollar

3:11 EC 145 Helicopter
© Eurocopter / Airbus Medical Air Service / Airbus Helicopter Company

Engine Type: 2 x Turbomeca Arriel 1E2 turboshaft
Engine Horsepower: 2 x 770 horsepower
Max Range: 370 nautical miles
Climb Rate: 8.1 m/s
Max Cruise Speed: 133 knots
Max Altitude: 18,000 ft
Passenger Capacity: 2 crew and 10 passengers
Price: $4.9 Million US Dollar

5:14 Agusta AW 109 GrandNew Helicopter
© AgustaWestland / Leonardo Helicopters

Engine Type: 2 x Pratt and Whitney 
Electric Motor Type: PW206C
Engine Horsepower: 2 x 420 hp
Max Range: 450 nautical miles
Max Cruise Speed: 153 ktas
Max Altitude: 16,000 ft
Fuel Capacity: 1175 US Gal / 4,448 liters
Passenger Capacity: 2 crew, 6 passengers
Gross Weight: 6,614 lbs / 2.997 tonnes
Payload Weight: 2,339 lbs / 1.055 tonnes
Price: $5.5M

7:29 Bell 412 Helicopter
© Bell Helicopters

Engine Type: 2 x Pratt and Whitney
Electric Motor Type: 2 x 1775 hp
Max Speed: 122 knots
Max Range: 357 nautical miles
Max Cruise Speed: 124 knots 
Fuel Capacity: 331 US gal / 1,251 liters
Passenger Capacity: 2 crew + 13 passengers
Gross Weight: 11,900 lbs / 5,398 tones
Price: $6.7M

9:44 BK 117 Helicopter
© Kawasaki / Airbus Medical Air Service

Engine Type: 2 x Lycoming LTS101
Engine Horsepower: 550 hp
Max Speed: 356 ktas
Max Range: 357 nm
Max Cruise Speed: 158 ktas
Max Altitude: 16,000 ft
Fuel Capacity: 1175 gallons 
Passenger Capacity: 8
Gross Weight: 6614 lbs (2.997)
Payload Weight: 2339 lbs (1.055 tonnes)
Price: US$ 10.8 Million

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