ADAC Air Rescue and ÖAMTC Air Rescue buy Airbus H140

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ADAC Air Rescue and ÖAMTC Air Rescue, together with Airbus Helicopters, have signed a contract for the purchase of ten H140 helicopters. The German and Austrian rescue services are among the first customers of the newly introduced model, which was presented at the VERTICON trade fair in Dallas, Texas.

Contract for ten new H140 helicopters

ADAC Air Rescue and ÖAMTC Air Rescue will each receive five of the newly developed H140 helicopters. The agreement also includes the acquisition of three H135 and one H145 helicopters for ADAC. Thus, both organizations are relying on state-of-the-art technology to further enhance the quality and efficiency of their medical rescue missions.

Importance of collaboration

Frédéric Bruder, CEO of ADAC Air Rescue, emphasized the crucial role his organization played in the development of the H135 and the importance of the new H140 for future missions. With approximately 780,000 missions, the H135 family is the backbone of European air rescue. Marco Trefanitz, CEO of ÖAMTC Air Rescue, emphasized the valuable operational expertise that went into the development of the H140 to optimize efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.

Praise from Airbus Helicopters

Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters, praised ADAC Air rescue and ÖAMTC Air rescue as innovative providers of European air rescue. Both organizations have contributed significantly to the further development of the H140 through their expertise. Even looks forward to future deployments of the new helicopter generation in Germany, Austria, and Europe.

Features of the H140 helicopter

The H140 sets new standards in the light twin-engine category. It offers increased performance, cost-effectiveness, and comfort. Highlights include the T-shaped tail boom with reduced noise levels, the five-blade bearingless main rotor system, and the powerful Safran Arrius 2E 700 shp engines. The spacious cabin and large doors make it particularly suitable for emergency medical operations.

ADAC Air rescue is one of Europe’s largest HEMS operators, with 60 Airbus helicopters at 38 locations. In 2024, the provider responded to approximately 50,000 life-saving missions. ÖAMTC Air rescue, also a major player in the industry, operates 32 H135 helicopters from 18 permanent and four additional winter bases in Austria.