Eurocopter EC135

Our Meridian-based aircraft is a 2008 year model EC 135 P2+.  

• Aircraft maximum gross weight - 6,415 lbs. Speed - 137 kts. (165 mph).
• Useful load - 2,125 lbs. (fuel, equipment, Pilot/RN/Paramedic/1 patient).
• 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 - 400 lbs.

Onboard medical equipment/capabilities

• Two oxygen sources
• One suction unit
• Extensive list of medications for the critical care setting
• LTV-1200 ventilator
• Three-channel IV pumps
• Philips HeartStart MRx monitor (Pacing/defib, 12-lead, ECG, arterial line, central venous, ICP, ETCO2, pulse oximetry, and temperature monitoring capability)
• 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