AS 350 Ecureuil
The single engine AS 350 Ecureuil [Squirrel] is renowned for its high performance, its safety and its reduced operating costs. The single-engine AS 350B2, powered with a Turbomeca Arriel 1D1 engine, has a proven track record. Its flexibility and low acquisition cost has made it a very sought-after helicopter to perform a wide range of missions (passenger transport, aerial work, fire fighting...). Its design calls for widespread use of composite materials (airframe, "Starflex™ "main rotor head, main blades , beam type tail rotor, etc...)
The AS 350B3 is "the high performance" version of the single engine Ecureuil range.
Powered by a Turbomeca Arriel 2B turbine engine it is equipped with the FADEC system (Full Authority Digital Engine Control).It is totally suited for operations in conditions such as mountainous areas or hot countries or for very demanding missions, performance wise.
