The Ecureuil AS 350 B2 is a light single-engine helicopter which can carry 5/6 passengers in addition to the pilot.The AS 350 B2 is fitted with a Turbomeca Arriel 1D1 engine which exhibits superior performance at high altitudes and in hot temperatures.
Owing to its spacious cabin and the wealth of equipment available, it meets the requirements of the most varied missions, in the civilian as well as in the parapublic sector. Its modern and simple design, using largely composite materials (blades, ''Starflex'' rotor, airframe, cowling), offers unrivaled comfort by abating the sound and vibration level in the cabin. A completely versatile machine like all the models in the Ecureuil family, it is particularly suitable for external load transport operations with a 1,160 kg undersling capability.
It is also well-adapted for police and passenger transport missions.
CHARACTERISTICS (Sea level, ISA) |
ECUREUIL AS 350B2 |
Maximum weight |
2,250kg/4,960lb |
Capacity |
1 pil.+5/6 pass. |
Maximum useful load (including mission fuel) |
1,078kg/2,379lb |
Sling load capacity |
1,160kg/2,557lb |
Maximal operational weight with external load |
2,500kg/5,512lb |
Power plant |
TURBOMECA ARRIEL 1D1 |
Take-off power |
546 kW/732shp |
Maximum continuous power |
466 kW/625shp |
Fast cruise speed ( at maximum weight) |
246 km/h-133kts |
Maximum range with standard tank(s)* |
666 km-360 n.m. |
A high-performance version of the Ecureuil single-engine range, the AS 350 B3 is the machine for extreme conditions. Fitted with a powerful electronic-control Arriel 2B engine, its performance is exceptional for operation at very high altitude and in hot climate.
With a 1,400 kg slingload capability and a full suite of equipment to lighten the pilot's workload, it is the most suitable light helicopter for transporting heavy loads.
Its is also an excellent helicopter for fast and comfortable business flights.
CHARACTERISTICS (Sea level, ISA) |
ECUREUIL AS 350 B3 |
Maximum weight |
2,250kg/4,960lb |
Capacity |
1 pil.+5/6 pass. |
Maximum useful load (including mission fuel) |
1,076kg/2,372lb |
Sling load capacity |
1,400kg/3,086lb |
Maximal operational weight with external load |
2,800kg/6,172lb |
Power plant |
TURBOMECA ARRIEL 2B |
Take-off power |
632 kW/847shp |
Maximum continuous power |
543 kW/728shp |
Fast cruise speed ( at maximum weight) |
260km/h-140kts |
Maximum range with standard tank(s)* |
662 km-357 n.m. |