Eurocopter AS350 A-Star B3 / B3e
Chosen for its unparalleled high-altitude capabilities and performance the five-passenger Eurocopter AS350B3 has proven to be the most safe and reliable helicopter in the industry. It is powered by a FADEC-controlled, Turbomeca Arriel 2B1 engine, rated at 847 shp, the AS350B3 is the internationally recognized mountain workhorse. Showcasing the AS350B3’s impressive performance; in 2005, a Eurocopter test pilot successfully conducted the highest landing ever made by a helicopter, on top of Mount Everest, 29,035 feet.
With hover performance above 12,000 feet, there are very few places in the United States where the A-Star cannot operate. Excellent dependability and ease of maintenance combine to provide the customer with unmatched reliability; getting the job done quicker than other platforms.
As an enhancement to the B3 model Mountain Air has placed 2 new 2012, A-Star B3e helicopter to its fleet.
- 5 passengers + pilot
- Stylish and comfortable.
- Cruise Speed: 125 kts.
- Max Speed: 155 kts.
- Max. External load: 3,035 lbs.
- Service Ceiling: 29,000 ft.
- Excellent “hot & high” performance