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Airbus Helicopters H120 / Eurocopter EC120 B for charter

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Charter Price per Hour$900 – $1 300
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Aircraft Info

Model:
Airbus Helicopters H120 / Eurocopter EC120 B
Family:
H120
Manufacturer:
Airbus Helicopters
Aircraft Class:
Helicopter
ICAO/IATA Codes:
EC20
Number Built:
700
Single Pilot Operations:
Yes
  • Popularity45
  • Reliability70
  • Comfort30

Performance

Service Ceiling:
20 000 ft 6 096 m
Max Takeoff Weight:
3 781 lbs 1 715 kg
Engine Type:
1× Turboshaft
Typical Engine:
1 x Safran Arrius 2F
Long Range Cruise Speed:
108 kts 200 km/h
Max Cruise Speed:
127 kts 235 km/h

Range & Payload

Estimated Max Flight Time:
3.5 h
Max Range:
383 nmi 710 km
Fuel Burn Rate:
220 lb/h 100 kg/h
Max Payload:
1 433 lbs 650 kg

Airbus Helicopters H120 / Eurocopter EC120 B Cabin Plan

Max passengers:
4
Sleeping Places:
0

Airframe

Aircraft Height:
11.15 ft 3.4 m
Aircraft Length:
31.5 ft 9.6 m
Cabin Zones:
1 shared cockpit/passenger space: forward seating beside pilot and rear passenger row; external baggage storage; no separate lounge or sleeping zone
Doors:
Side cabin entry doors also provide emergency egress; external baggage hatches are separate; no dedicated service door. Hinged/sliding options depend on fit
Baggage Compartment:
External side/rear baggage compartments; weight and dimensions depend on model and optional equipment
Airstairs:
No integrated airliner-style stairs; boarding uses skid, fixed step or portable step as fitted

Charter Costs for the Airbus Helicopters H120 / Eurocopter EC120 B

Price per Hour

Charter Price per Hour
$900 – $1 300

Owning Price

Buying Price (new)
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Pre-owned Price Range
$800 000 – $2.2M

Charter Costs

Cost per NM
$9.14
Direct Operating Cost (DOC)/h
$390 – $620
Annual Cost of Ownership
$270 000 – $417 000
Cost per Seat-Mile
$1.62 – $2.35

Total Annual Variable Costs

At 200 hours
$101 000
At 350 hours
$176 800

Total Fixed Cost

At 200 hours
$167 000
At 350 hours
$167 000

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Airbus Helicopters H120 / Eurocopter EC120 B Description

Imagine slicing through city skylines or skimming above vineyard rows in an aircraft that turns heads while whispering through the air. That's the Airbus Helicopters H120 – or Eurocopter EC120 B to aviation purists – redefining compact rotorcraft elegance. Forget cramped cabins; this four-seater wraps you in a panoramic glass bubble offering unobstructed views from every angle, making even routine commutes feel like cinematic adventures. Performance? She’s sprightly. With a typical cruise tapping 223 km/h, you’ll outpace highway gridlock while sipping fuel like a fine wine. Need to connect dots across regions? Her 710-km range bridges gaps like London to Zurich or Dubai to Muscat without breaking stride. And those Fenestron tail rotors? They’re not just safety features – they slash noise pollution so effectively you’ll hear birdsong during approach. Step inside, and the cabin reveals thoughtful artistry. Plush, ergonomic seats cradle four adults without elbow-bumping compromises. Clever storage nooks swallow briefcases and weekend bags, while the clutter-free dashboard puts essential controls at your fingertips. Notice how sunlight dances across the leather-trimmed interior? That’s no accident – designers maximized natural light to create an airy, inviting space that feels larger than specs suggest. Flying this bird feels intuitive, thanks to advanced avionics like the VEMD (Vehicle and Engine Multifunction Display) system. It translates complex engine data into simple visuals, letting pilots focus on the horizon rather than instrument-scanning marathons. Maintenance crews adore her too; modular components swap out faster than you can say "pre-flight check," minimizing downtime. For executives, the H120 isn’t just transport – it’s a time-reclamation device. Skip tarmac delays by landing directly at corporate helipads or exclusive resorts. Picture touching down at a Monaco rooftop terminal minutes before your meeting, refreshed and ready. Or whisk clients to coastal vineyards for lunch, returning before rush hour chokes the highways. Quiet, agile, and dripping with Gallic sophistication, the H120 proves you don’t need jumbo dimensions for premium experiences. She’s the discreet workhorse for business mavericks who demand efficiency without sacrificing flair – a rotorcraft that handles like a sports car while spoiling occupants like a private jet. When every minute counts and impressions matter, this helicopter doesn’t just move you; it elevates you.

Strengths

  • Direct access to suitable landing sites
  • Flexible passenger and utility layouts

Weaknesses

  • Limited baggage and cabin space
  • Payload depends strongly on fuel, equipment and conditions

Best use cases

  • Local and regional transfers
  • Sightseeing or remote-site access

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