1. The Tail
A Fenestron, or enclosed tail rotor, protects the crew and anyone nearby, especially when putting the patient into the helicopter. It shields the rotor from debris, keeping landings safer in tight areas or on rough terrain – and it’s quieter!
2. The Cameras
Tail and rear mounted cameras give pilots visibility behind the helicopter, helping monitor winches and patient loading, and enhancing safety during take-off and landing.
3. The Cabin
The larger cabin gives paramedics more room to move around the patient. It’s like a flying emergency room, where life-saving treatment can continue while flying the patient to hospital.
4. The Avionics
The advanced avionics include an auto-hover function, which improves stability and keeps the helicopter steady during winch rescues. This supports the pilot to maintain safe, precise positioning, especially over water where there are fewer visual cues.
5. The Windows
Larger windows give pilots more visibility ahead and below them. This expanded field of view improves
safety during flight and in challenging or unfamiliar landings.
6. The Nose
The nose bulge houses a weather radar that spots storms, thunder, and hail before they arrive, helping pilots avoid dangerous weather during flights.
