The Austrian Air Ambulance Service (ÖAMTC) has taken an important step toward expanding its fleet and is opting for the H140 from Airbus Helicopters. A letter of intent for the procurement of five aircraft was signed at the Verticon international trade fair in Dallas.
This makes ÖAMTC Air Rescue one of the first European organizations to introduce this new model. The collaboration with ADAC Air Rescue is particularly noteworthy, as both organizations will be operating a helicopter generation with a uniform configuration in terms of cockpit and cabin layout for the first time.
The decision to use the H140 was not only based on technological considerations, but also due to the close involvement of the ÖAMTC Air Rescue in the helicopter's development. Thanks to the crews' decades of experience and the technicians' expertise, the helicopter has been optimized in key areas such as safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Furthermore, cross-border interoperability with ADAC Air Rescue ensures that a shared pool of replacement helicopters is available in Austria and Germany, which contributes to long-term cost optimization.
The H140 sets new standards in safety and efficiency. Featuring an optimized T-shaped tail boom, powerful engines, and a larger cabin, the model enables comprehensive medical care for patients in flight. Particularly noteworthy is the improved flight stability achieved by the five-blade, bearingless main rotor. Scheduled to begin service in 2028, this modern model promises to further enhance the quality of air rescue.