Vietnam receives modern EC-130 T2 helicopters.
According to the manufacturer EuroCopter, the EC-130 T2 is a modern helicopter capable of carrying 7 passengers, highly regarded by experts for its versatility, comfort, performance, and maneuverability.
On the morning of March 14th, the Vietnam Helicopter Corporation (Army Corps 18) held a ceremony to receive the modern EC-130 T2 helicopter manufactured by EuroCopter.
To return to Vietnam, the EC 130 T2 helicopter, registration number VN 8632, had to travel nearly 3,000 km, through 5 countries, refueling at 7 airports, before finally landing in Vung Tau.
The EC-130 T2 is very suitable for training, transporting tourists for sightseeing from above, conducting reconnaissance flights, search and rescue operations, etc.
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| EC-130 T2 helicopter. Photo: People's Army Newspaper. |
The investment in purchasing EC-130 T2 aircraft aims to further affirm and enhance the capabilities, strengths, and prestige of the Vietnam Helicopter Corporation in carrying out production and business tasks, as well as military and national defense missions.
In addition to the EC-130 T2, the Vietnam Helicopter Corporation currently owns a fleet of EC-120B helicopters manufactured by EuroCopter.
The EC-120B light multi-purpose helicopter is used for passenger transport (up to 4 people) and pilot training.
The EC-120B is equipped with a Turbomeca Arrius 2F turboshaft engine, allowing it to reach a maximum speed of 278 km/h, a range of 710 km, and a ceiling of over 5,000 m.
Vietnam Helicopters (VNH) is known as a general aviation enterprise with over 30 years of experience in helicopter service. It boasts a modern fleet of 28 aircraft of various types (expected to increase to 36 in 2020), and a nationwide network of airports and bases.
On average, VNH performs 16,000 flight hours annually, providing helicopter services to over 50 domestic and international oil companies for oil and gas exploration and production, as well as flights supporting the search for missing American soldiers (MIA), tourism, and medical emergencies.
According to Baodatviet
