The EC-130’s reliability and low operating costs make it a favorite with sightseeing tour operators. It’s easy to fly and maintain, making it suitable for many segments and markets around the globe. The EC-130 bears Bob’s stamp of approval and thats not easy to earn.
Crew: 1 (pilot in left seat)
Capacity: 6 passengers (2 at front and four at back) can be modified to take 7 passengers (3 at front and four at back)
Length: 10.68 m (35 ft)
Rotor diameter: 10.69 m (35 ft 1in)
Height: 3.34 m (10 ft 11 in)
Empty weight: 1,377 kg (3,036 lbs)
Useful load: 1,050 kg (2,315 lbs)
Max takeoff weight: 2,427 kg (5,351 lbs)
Powerplant: 1× Turbomeca Arriel 2B1 turboshaft, 632 kW (847 shp)
Cruise speed: 240 km/h (130 knots, 150 mph)
Range: 610 km (329 nm, 378 mi)
Service ceiling: : 4,770 m (15,655 ft)
Here is a link to some technical data from Eurocopter: http://www.eurocopter.ca/PDF/EC130B4tech.pdf
Ivan Klugman
