The Airbus H160 is a medium-utility helicopter designed to fill the gap between the company’s H145 and H175 models. Manufactured by Airbus Helicopters, a division of the multinational aerospace corporation Airbus, the H160 represents a significant step in helicopter design, featuring advanced technologies aimed at improving performance, efficiency, and comfort.
Airbus Helicopters, formerly Eurocopter, is a global leader in civil and military helicopter design, manufacturing, and support. The H160 program was officially launched in 2015 as the successor to the Dauphin family. Its design integrates several innovations, most notably the use of the “Blue Edge” main rotor blades, which reduce noise levels and improve performance, and a canted fenestron tail rotor. These features, along with its lightweight composite airframe, contribute to a 20% reduction in fuel consumption compared to older models in its class.
The H160 is designed for a variety of missions, making it a versatile platform. Common applications include offshore transportation (serving oil and gas platforms), corporate and private aviation, emergency medical services (EMS), search and rescue (SAR), and governmental/public service missions. While a relatively new model, it is marketed globally. It has seen early adoption in Europe for VIP transport and EMS roles, and is also being deployed in markets across Asia and North America for offshore and utility operations, reflecting its appeal as a modern, multi-mission helicopter.
