The EC-225 Super Puma Mk2+, a twin-engine heavy-lift helicopter that revolutionized offshore oil platform operations and search-and-rescue missions, first flew on November 27, 2000. This five-bladed turboshaft helicopter can carry up to 19 passengers or substantial cargo loads, powered by two Turbomeca Makila 2A1 engines delivering 1,566 kW each. With a fast cruise speed of 278 km/h and range of 987 kilometers, the EC-225 was manufactured by Eurocopter, now Airbus Helicopters.
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