The Aerocool Rescue Helicopter is pleased to announce the newest addition to its fleet – the Airbus H145 twin-engine
rescue helicopter. The Bay of Plenty Coastal region will now be seeing this new rescue helicopter flying above, all
thanks to the amazing community and sponsors.
The Airbus H145 rescue helicopter has advanced autopilot capabilities which work by allowing the helicopter's flight
control system to take over several manual tasks that were previously operated by the pilot, enabling the helicopter to
fly predefined and customised routes accurately. This, in turn, significantly reduces the pilot’s workload, meaning they
can concentrate on critical tasks. With its advanced autopilot system, your rescue helicopter crew also have greater
capability to fly in poor weather conditions that were previously considered unsuitable.
On top of that, there is also an increased amount of space in the cabin, which allows easy access to specialist
emergency medical equipment for the Critical Care Flight Paramedic, making the emergency response process even more
efficient.
"The addition of the Airbus H145 rescue helicopter is a game-changer for the Aerocool Rescue Helicopter crew. With
advanced avionic technology and increased cabin space, our ability to respond to critical situations has been
significantly enhanced. We are proud to serve the Bay of Plenty Coastal region with this top-of-the-line aircraft and
are thankful to our community and sponsors for making this happen.”- Liam, Base Manager and Pilot of the Aerocool Rescue
Helicopter.
The Aerocool Rescue Helicopter is manned with a dedicated team of pilots, crewmen, and critical care flight paramedics
on call 24/7, 365 days a year. In 2023, alone, the Aerocool Rescue Helicopter carried out 519 missions to the Bay of
Plenty Coastal and surrounding regions.
The launch of the Airbus H145 rescue helicopter marks a significant milestone for the region. With its advanced
technology and skilled crew onboard, the Aerocool Rescue Helicopter is available in an instant for those who need it
most.