Airbus Sells Nine H145 Helicopters to Bahrain’s Police

Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with the Bahrain Ministry of  Interior for the purchase of nine H145 helicopters to be operated by the Police Aviation Command for law enforcement  and emergency services.

The new version of Airbus’ H145 light twin-engine helicopter adds a new, five-bladed rotor to the multi-mission aircraft, increasing the useful load of the helicopter by 150kg. The simplicity of the new bearingless main rotor design also eases maintenance operations, while improving ride comfort for both passengers and crew.

Said Olivier Michalon, EVP for Global Business of Airbus Helicopters. “As a truly multi-role helicopter, the H145's versatility makes it a key asset for public safety missions around the world and in the region. More than 60 H145s are already in service in the Middle East and demand for this type of helicopter continues to grow for a vast array of missions: emergency medical services, operations in the energy sector, law enforcement and utility missions.”

Powered by two Safran Arriel 2E engines, the H145 is equipped with full authority digital engine control (FADEC) and the Helionix digital avionics suite. It includes a high performance 4-axis autopilot, increasing safety and reducing pilot workload. Its particularly low acoustic footprint makes the H145 the quietest helicopter in its class, while its CO2 emissions are the lowest amongst its competitors.