Squirrel AS350

The AS-350 was developed by French Aerospatiale in the early 1970s with an Avco Lycoming powered prototype first flying on June 27, 1974 and this was followed by a Turbomeca Arriel powered version on February 14, 1975. Customer deliveries of the Ecureuil (Squirrel) began in April 1978. The type represents one of Europe's most successful civil helicopter designs and has found numerous overseas markets. It was also produced as the AS-550 Fennec military helicopter.

Type:           4 - 6 seat utility helicopter
Length:       34 ft
Rotor:         35 ft
Engine:       Turbomeca Arriel turbo-shaft w/640hp
Endurance: 3.5 hours
Speed:        165 knots max; Cruise 125 knots
Range:        390 nautical miles
Ceiling:       15,600 ft