Helicopter aircraft identification

Airbus H125 / AS350 quiz

Learn the visual clues that identify the Airbus H125 / AS350, then test yourself using different viewing angles and liveries.

ICAO AS50Helicopter
Airbus H125 / AS350 side-profile identification reference

How to identify the Airbus H125 / AS350

The H125, developed from the AS350 family, is a high-performance single-engine helicopter widely used in demanding hot-and-high operations.

01

First impression

The H125, developed from the AS350 family, is a high-performance single-engine helicopter widely used in demanding hot-and-high operations.

02

Rotor

Main rotor position and blade count; rigid or articulated hub design.

03

Tail

Fenestron (ducted fan) or open tail rotor; tail boom length.

What should you check first?

Picture the aircraft without its paint scheme. Name three physical clues before opening the answer.

Reveal the Airbus H125 / AS350 clues
  • First impression: The H125, developed from the AS350 family, is a high-performance single-engine helicopter widely used in demanding hot-and-high operations.
  • Rotor: Main rotor position and blade count; rigid or articulated hub design.
  • Tail: Fenestron (ducted fan) or open tail rotor; tail boom length.
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