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: Dec 13, 2021 -
: 6:21 pm
The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has taken delivery of four new H225M multirole utility helicopters from Airbus Helicopters.
These four helicopters will join the air force’s fleet for combat search and rescue, search and rescue flights and troop transport missions.
With these latest deliveries, the RTAF’s fleet totals 12 H225Ms under its fleet modernisation programme.
RTAF H225Ms are specially equipped with emergency flotation gear, fast roping, cargo sling, search light and electro-optical systems.
The combat-proven H225M is a multi-purpose and versatile helicopter that enables military forces to deploy wherever and whenever needed.
Featuring state-of-the-art electronic instruments and the renowned 4-axis autopilot system, the 11-ton-catergory twin-turbine H225M offers outstanding endurance and fast cruise speed, and may be fitted with various equipment to suit any role.
125 H225Ms are currently in service across the world, having accumulated more than 150,000 flight hours.
The H225M is relied upon by Brazil, France, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, Thailand, and Kuwait to support their most demanding missions.
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