Airbus, Air Medical Helo Operator Sign Deal for Up to 36 H140s

Metro Aviation placed an order for 12 helicopters Tuesday during Verticon in Dallas, with options for an additional 24 aircraft. 

According to Airbus, the twin-engine H140 has features that make it particularly attractive to the medical emergency services industry, with a high T-shaped tail boom, large clamshell doors, and rear-loading capabilities able to accommodate intensive care stretchers and incubators. 

The H140 features a five-blade bearingless main rotor and Safran engines. The cabin can accommodate up to six passengers.

Shreveport, Louisiana-based Metro Aviation operates a fleet of helicopters and airplanes for medical services and is no stranger to Airbus aircraft.

“Our long-standing partners at Metro Aviation have built a reputation for delivering world-class services for customers, and we are proud they will be partnering with us once again in the launch of the H140 helicopter,” said Bart Reijnen, president of Airbus Helicopters in the U.S. and head of the North America Region. “We are certain these new Airbus helicopters will enhance their operational capabilities, allowing them to better serve communities across the country.”

The helicopter is planned to enter into service in 2028.