H215 Super Puma French Multi-Role Helicopter

H215

Utility Helicopter

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Basic Information

Name

H215 Super Puma French Multi-Role Helicopter

Designation

H215

Alternate Designation

H215

Equipment Type

Utility Helicopter

Manufacturer

—

Date of Introduction

2015

Description

The Airbus Helicopters H215 is an evolution of the twin-engine AS332 C1e/L1e aircraft intended for business and industrial operators. The H215 is a versatile, economic and robust helicopter that combines advanced avionics and a reliable platform for rugged multi-mission capabilities. It offers long range capabilities, power, speed, a large useful payload and very good lifting performance in hot and high environments. Both EASA and FAA certified, the aircraft is equipped with the latest, most modern technologies meeting the latest safety requirements of the market. This includes a glass cockpit and the renowned 4-axis autopilot used on the H225. The H215 helicopter was launched in November 2015 and the first production aircraft is scheduled to roll off the assembly line in Romania by 2017.

Air & Air Defense Specifications

Crew 2

Engine Turboshaft (1780 hp)

Cruise Speed 251.0 km/h

System

Alternative Designation H215

Type Multi-Role Helicopter

Primary Function The H215 is a 9-ton class twin-engine helicopter in the famous COUGAR / SUPER PUMA family. They combine the rugged experience of the AS532 / AS332 dynamic and basic assemblies with the most advanced avionics of the H225M. They also include full glass cockpit avionics and the latest generation autopilot. These aircraft are reliable, fast helicopters and have outstanding all weather capabilities: a great power reserve and high maneuverability. The powerful MAKILA 1A1 engines give them the ability to fly almost any mission, no matter the temperature and altitude. They ensure maximum operational safety, even in the most difficult situations (discretion, low vulnerability, crash survivability and icing conditions).

Crew 2 (pilot, co-pilot)

Passengers 21-25

Number of Engines 2 ea

Number of Hard Points INA

Dimensions

Length 15.53 m

Height 4.92 m

Main Rotor Diameter 15.60 m

Disc Area 191.1 sq m

Cabin Length 6.05 m

Cabin Width 1.80 m

Cabin Height 1.55 m

Cabin Volume 11.4 cu m

Empty Weight 4,265 kg

Maximum Takeoff Weight, with Internal Load 9,000 kg

Maximum Takeoff Weight, With Sling Load 9,350 kg

Internal Load Weight 3,000 kg

Automotive

Engine Name 2 x Turbomeca Makila 1A

Engine Type Turboshaft

Engine Power 1,780 shaft hp each

Cruise Speed 251 kph

Climb Rate 426 m/min

Hovering Ceiling, in Ground Effect 2,800 m

Hovering Ceiling, Out of Ground Effect 1,650 m

Range, with Internal Tanks 871 km

Range, with External Tanks 1,260 km

Main Gun System

Note mix of air-to-surface missiles, 20-mm; or 7.62-mm gun pods, 7.62-mm door guns, and rocket pods; - or -2 x ASW torpedoes; or 2 x AM 39 Exocet missiles; or up to 6 AS15TT anti-ship missiles

Fire Control and Avionics

Fire Control System Type INA

Fire Control Radar INA

Navigation Radar INA

Protection

Add on Armor INA

Stealth Properties None

Heat Signature Reduction INA

NBC Protection INA

EW Counter Measures/CCM INA

Counter Measures (Chaff/Flares) INA

Image Sources

Notes https://verticalmag.com/press-releases/spanish-air-force-takes-delivery-first-h215/; https://verticalmag.com/press-releases/airbus-helicopters-h215-kicks-off-debut-demo-tour-china/; https://www.airbus.com/en/newsroom/press-releases/2017-10-airtelis-orders-three-h215s-for-aerial-work;

Details

Country of Origin France

Category Rotary Wing Aircraft

Air > Rotary Wing Aircraft

Classification

Domain

Air & Air Defense

Equipment Status

Active

Dimensions

Length

15.53 m

Width

—

Height

4.92 m

Weight

4265 kg

Operators (8)

China

Brazil

Argentina

Ecuador

Greece

Switzerland

Thailand

Venezuela

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