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H175


Jerome Fagot, head of the H175 Program, reported on the 18-passenger, single-engine aircraft that rapidly climbs and can handle more extended missions. It’s been in service since 2015 and excels in hot climates. This helicopter had eight bookings in 2022. There are 15 operators and 52 helicopters active in 13 countries. Flight hours have been up every year since 2019: • 2019 – 26,063 hours. • 2020 – 26,349 hours. • 2021 – 34,781 hours. • 2022 – 39,675 hours.


Designed for energy companies, the H175 is mainly positioned in this market segment. Private and business aviation equal 14% of the customer groups, public services are also 14%, and offshore transportation is 72% of the current customer base, not surprising due to its volume. Fagot reported that 34 oil and gas companies rely on the H175, as the helicopter is made for approaching rigs and hovering, along with hoisting. If needed, it is safe and can operate on a single PT6C Pratt & Whitney Canada engine (of dual engines).


Summary


Airbus Helicopters provided active updates from program leadership regarding its helicopter models, Urban Air Mobility (UAM), and “DisruptiveLab.” Airbus also inserted comments about scientific and technological product changes while exploring human factors, market challenges, and opportunities. The OEM is positioned for market and product growth in the coming years with astute leaders in the cockpit.


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