The Czech Ministry of Interior and Airbus Helicopters have signed a contract for 11 five-bladed H-145 helicopters, marking a significant milestone in the modernisation of the Czech Republic’s public safety infrastructure. These state-of-the-art multi-role aircraft will be operated by the Czech Police Aviation Service, serving as the backbone of its fleet for law enforcement, search and rescue, and emergency medical missions. The comprehensive agreement encompasses not only the delivery of the helicopters but also an extensive training and logistics package to ensure seamless operational integration.

Airbus and the Czech Republic share a significant 25-year history. The industry recognises the country's strategic importance within the region, as well as its robust capabilities and expertise that continue to power the future of aviation. The company currently sources over €200 million worth of goods from the Czech Republic annually, making it a key contributor to the production of our commercial aircraft.

The Czech Police Aviation Service is a long-standing operator of Airbus products, currently utilising a fleet that includes nine H-135 family helicopters. This fleet will be replaced by the five-bladed H-145, which will significantly enhance their tactical range and lifting capacity while streamlining maintenance through advanced digital systems.

In total, there are more than 1,800 H-145 family helicopters in service, logging a total of more than 8.5 million flight hours. Powered by two Safran Arriel 2E engines, the model is equipped with a Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) and the Helionix digital avionics suite. It includes a high performance 4-axis autopilot, increasing safety and reducing pilot workload. Its particularly low acoustic footprint makes the H-145 the quietest helicopter in its class, while its CO2 emissions are the lowest. More than 200 units are in service around the world in public service and law enforcement missions.