Linfox Places First Airbus H160 Order in Australia

Following a four-week demonstration tour of the Airbus H160 in Australia, logistics and supply chain specialist Linfox placed the first order for an H160 in the country. The company plans to use the helicopter, its first order from Airbus, for passenger flights in Australia.

Equipped with a Fenestron shrouded tail rotor system and Airbus’ Helionix avionics suite, and powered by two Safran Arrano turbine engines, the H160 can fly up to 480 nm with standard fuel tanks. Depending on the interior configuration, it can carry as many as 12 passengers and one or two pilots, and the recommended cruise speed is 138 knots.

“We’re excited to take delivery of the Airbus H160. It is our first aircraft with Airbus, and we look forward to a long relationship with such a trusted company that has a proven record of performance, safety, and reliability,” said Linfox Group founder Lindsay Fox.

“This first order marks an important milestone for Airbus in Australia,” said Olivier Michalon, executive v-p of global business at Airbus Helicopters. “We look forward to seeing the H160 take flight in the country soon, delivering exceptional value, enhanced safety, and efficiency to private and business missions as well as all the other missions it was designed to excel in, such as EMS, law enforcement, and other public services.”