The Airbus Helicopters EC-130, a single-engine turboshaft helicopter that revolutionized aerial tourism operations worldwide, first flew on June 24, 1999. Derived from the proven AS350 Écureuil design, this helicopter features a spacious cabin accommodating up to seven passengers, a Fenestron enclosed tail rotor system, and is powered by an 848-horsepower Turbomeca Arriel 2 turboshaft engine. With its 640-kilometer range and distinctive wide fuselage measuring over 35 feet in length, the EC-130 was manufactured by Eurocopter (now Airbus Helicopters) and has achieved production of 700 units.
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| Falcon Aviation Services | — | 4716 | United Arab Emirates | 89641a | |
| Falcon Aviation Services | — | 4463 | United Arab Emirates | 8961f9 | |
| Falcon Aviation Services | — | 4257 | United Arab Emirates | 89600a |