The story
Bigger than the EC135 but just as versatile. The EC145 is a favorite of air ambulance services, law enforcement, and VIP transport. It can fit a full medical team or a corporate exec — sometimes the same flight.
The UH-72 Lakota, the US Army's utility helicopter, is a military version of the EC145.
Quick answers
How do you identify a H145 (EC145)?
Larger than the H135, with skid gear and big rear clamshell doors. The original EC145 has an open tail rotor; the H145 (T2 and later) has a Fenestron. The US Army flies it as the UH-72 Lakota.
What does a H145 (EC145) sound like?
Newer models have a Fenestron tail, older ones an open rotor — listen for the difference.
How fast is the H145 (EC145)?
Top speed is 145 kts (VNE).
How many passengers does the H145 (EC145) carry?
Up to 9.
When did the H145 (EC145) first fly?
Its first flight was in 1999.
How many H145 (EC145)s have been built?
1,600+ (EC145/H145 family) built.
How rare is a H145 (EC145) in Bogey?
COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first H145 (EC145) catch is worth 25 points.
