Airbus Helicopters has received certification from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) for the H175 helicopter.The certification will allow H175 deliveries to begin in China, one of the most important emerging markets for civil helicopters with a growing need for the super-medium segment. Four H175s will be delivered to Chinese customers in 2023.“The Chinese certification of the H175 is another great achievement in the continued successful partnership between Airbus Helicopters and the Chinese helicopter industry,” said Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters. “The H175’s advanced state-of-the-art performances and reliability will serve to provide the people of China with the ability to perform critical life-saving missions even in the most severe conditions,” he added.
The CAAC certification, together with the pending sign-off from the US FAA, is expected to provide a significant demand for the type. So far, 53 examples have been delivered and are in service in 13 countries. Cumulatively, the fleet has accumulated more than 185,000 hours.
