EC-145

The 2010 year model American Eurocopter EC145 is the civilian variant of the U.S. Army's Lakota (UH-72A), which is currently produced at Eurocopter's facility in Columbus, MS.

• Aircraft maximum gross weight - 7,880 lbs. Cruise speed - 133 kts. (160 MPH)
• Useful load - 5,218 lbs. (fuel, equipment, Pilot/RN/Paramedic/2 patients). Seating capacity allows for support of observer program for medical residents and students to learn about aeromedical transport.
• Instrument flight capability: 3 axis autopilot, 2 GPS satellite navigation systems. Two-way satellite communication equipment. Satellite weather systems and active onboard color weather radar systems. Terrain and ground proximity radar systems. Night vision- friendly interior lighting.
• Night vision goggles are worn by the pilot and medical crew during all night operations.
• Capability to transport two patients. Stretcher weight limit - 500 lbs.

Onboard medical equipment/capabilities

• Two oxygen and medical air sources
• Two suction units
• Extensive list of medications for the critical care setting
• LTV-1200 Ventilator
• Three-channel IV pumps
• Phillips HeartStart MRx monitor
• Intra-aortic balloon pump
• Neonatal isolette / nitric oxide therapy
• O-negative packed red blood cells for emergency transfusions
• Peripheral arterial line insertion / monitoring
• RSI intubation / emergency airway devices
• Portable ultrasound for FAST exam of trauma patients