Airbus Helicopters recently delivered the world’s first ACH160 to a customer in Brazil on the eve of the 17th edition of the Annual Latin American Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (LABACE) held at Congonhas airport, São Paulo. The ACH160 is the latest member of the ACH family and is called by Airbus as the most technologically advanced helicopter in its class.
The delivered ACH160 rotorcraft is the first of its kind to fly in the Latin American region. The ACH160 provides 20% greater volume per passenger compared to previous generation medium twin helicopters, and 35% larger windows than its other competitors. This results in the brightest cabin in its category and 15% lower fuel burn than the aircraft’s nearest competitor.
“We are very proud that the world’s first ACH160 has been delivered here in Brazil, and look forward to seeing its distinctive and elegant silhouette flying through the skies of São Paulo, stated Jean-Luc Alfonsi, Managing Director of Airbus Helicopters’ Brazilian customer centre, Helibras. “Helibras is the leader in the Brazilian turbine helicopter executive aviation segment and we are confident the ACH160 will set new standards for customers and operators wanting to make a distinctive choice in terms of safety, comfort and performance. The growing general aviation market in Brazil is crucial for increasing economic and social productivity, as well for maintaining the country’s air connectivity”.