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We Fly: Airbus AS350 B2

A thoughtfully designed multi-mission workhorse.

Airbus AS350 B2 [Credit: Jim Barrett]
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Key Takeaways:

  • The Airbus AS350 B2 is a robust, versatile light single-engine turbine helicopter, prized for its power, maneuverability, composite construction, and spacious cabin with high visibility, making it an industry multi-mission workhorse with a strong safety and maintenance record.
  • Rainbow Helicopters specifically chose the AS350 B2 for its Hawaiian tour operations due to its capacity to carry six passengers on back-to-back flights without refueling, offering exceptional views with large windows and open sliding doors, and its proven reliability for high-volume operations.
  • The helicopter is designed for pilot-friendly operation, featuring easy pre-flight inspections, a gentle modulated startup process, and strong in-flight performance (e.g., high useful load, flexible altitude control), supported by robust emergency procedures and diligent daily maintenance.
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The Airbus AS350 series includes some of the most robust light single-engine turbine aircraft on the market. Their power and maneuverability give them outstanding performance no matter the task—making the model the industry’s true multi-mission workhorse. Wide use of composite materials gives the AS350 a high power-to-weight ratio and enables it to have a spacious, open cabin with high visibility from the cockpit.

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