© Copyright Lorette Fabre Airbus Helicopters set down the foundation stone of its new Romanian factory, to assemble the H215 twin engin...
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The H215 is an evolution of the former AS332 C1e/L1e Super Puma, that combines advanced avionics and a reliable platform for rugged multi-mission capabilities.
Under the control of Airbus Helicopters Industries, the 10,000m² factory based in Brasov will house H215 production from procurement to after-sales, including design office activities, and will provide jobs to more than 300 employees in the long term.
The modern assembly line with its takt time flow line will be capable of producing up to 15 aircraft per year. The first H215 to roll out of the assembly line is planned for 2017.
All H215 helicopters will come off the final assembly line in a highly capable standard configuration, able to support an extensive list of optionals (“shopping list”) ready to be selected. This new concept will allow the aircraft to best meet customers’ expectations and serve a wide range of missions, providing a modern and cost-effective solution for markets such as utility, United Nations peacekeeping operations and logistic support missions.
H215 features a glass cockpit and the renowned 4-axis autopilot used on the H225, which provides flight envelope protection, unrivalled precision, and stability in even the harshest operating conditions.
Plug-and-play equipment available on request by Airbus Helicopters include wire strike protection, an external beam for fast roping, seating for 17 passengers or 20 troops, a side-fuselage searchlight, cargo sling, and armor plating for pilot and co-pilot seats.
It can carry a load of 4500 kg on external sling.
