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H145 (UH-72A/B)
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The H145, also known as the EC145, is a twin-engine light utility helicopter developed by Eurocopter (now Airbus Helicopters). It is widely used for passenger transport, emergency medical services, search and rescue, and military operations, including the UH-72 Lakota variant for the US Army.
Specifications
| Type | Helicopter |
| Origin | Germany |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| Introduced | 2002 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 246 km/h |
| Range | 680 km |
| Crew | 1 |
| Weight | 3.8 t |
History
Developed in Germany in 2002, it serves as a versatile platform for various military and civilian operations, including its role as the Lakota in the US Army.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 390 | confirmed |
| United Kingdom | 7 | confirmed |
| France | 15 | confirmed |
| Germany | Transport helicopter | confirmed |
| Brazil | 6 | confirmed |
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