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Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) for the acquisition of two multi-role helicopters. There are more than 360
H225s
and H225Ms in service worldwide, with a total of nearly 980,000 flight hours. Military customers include France, the Netherlands, Hungary, Brazil, Mexico, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Iraq, and Kuwait.
This latest acquisition expands the RTAF‘s current fleet of H225M helicopters, which have served with great success since their first delivery in 2015. These robust helicopters are currently deployed in a wide range of critical missions, including combat search and rescue (CSAR), general search and rescue flights, and troop transport operations. The RTAF also operates a fleet of H135 military training helicopters, confirming its long-standing partnership with Airbus. The completion of these new H225s will be handled by Thai Aviation Industries (TAI) through its collaboration with Airbus Helicopters, ensuring seamless integration and local expertise..
“The H225M has proven to be an indispensable asset to our operations over the past decade, delivering exceptional performance and reliability across diverse and challenging missions,” said RTAF Air Chief Marshal Punpakdee Pattanakul. “The addition of these two new helicopters, specifically designed for search and rescue (SAR) and emergency medical services (EMS), will further strengthen our ability to protect and serve the people of Thailand, ensuring an effective response to emergencies wherever they arise.”
“We are deeply honored by the continued trust the Royal Thai Air Force places in our H225 helicopters,” said Olivier Michalon, Executive Vice President, Global Business, Airbus Helicopters. “This new order demonstrates the H225’s versatility, its advanced capabilities, and its crucial role in supporting national defense and public service missions. We are proud to continue our strong partnership with the RTAF, ensuring they have the best tools for their vital work. r”.
There are more than 360 H225s and H225Ms in service worldwide, with a total of nearly 980,000 flight hours. Military customers include France, the Netherlands, Hungary, Brazil, Mexico, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Iraq, and Kuwait.
