Celebrating the delivery (Lto R) Didier Delsalle, Airbus Helicopters experimental test pilot, Danella Forster, Kelly Forster, Helipower Owner and Chief Pilot, and Christian Venzal, Airbus Helicopters Managing Director, Australia and New Zealand.
Queensland Operator HeliPower has taken delivery of an H125, it’s first and grows it’s fleet to five helicopters operating from bases Townsville, Rockhampton, and Horn Island areas.
Speaking about the new aircraft, HeliPower Director and Chief Pilot at Helipower, Kelly Forster, said the H125 was selected for its ability to operate in the intense heat and humidity of North Queensland. “We’re excited to welcome our first H125. It’s a proven utility workhorse with the power and reliability our missions require. The spacious, air-conditioned cabin and low vibration levels are a real advantage when operating in challenging conditions day in, day out.”
To commemorate the delivery, the keys were handed to Helipower by legendary Airbus test pilot Didier Delsalle, who to this day is the only pilot to have ever landed a helicopter (and a H125, formerly known as the AS350 B3e) on the summit of Mount Everest.
“The H125 is a testament to what is possible when performance meets reliability,” said Delsalle. “Having pushed this aircraft to the literal top of the world, it gives me great pride to see another unit delivered here in Australia. This aircraft is built for the world’s most demanding environments, and it is the perfect match for the challenges of the Australian landscape.”
“We are delighted to support Helipower’s growth with the delivery of their new H125,” said Christian Venzal, Managing Director of Airbus Helicopters in Australia and New Zealand. “Its proven performance in extreme temperatures and remote locations make it a natural fit for the demanding missions of Australia’s north and we look forward to seeing it in action.”
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