Hungarian Defence Forces receive first two H225M helicopters

The first two of 16 H225M multipurpose helicopters have been delivered on schedule to the Hungarian Defence Forces.

They were officially handed over at Szolnok Airbase by Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters.

The H225Ms are equipped with state-of-the-art communication capabilities and will be used for transport, combat search and rescue, and special operations missions.

The helicopter features advanced avionics and four-axis autopilot, extensive range and payload capacities, a large cabin designed to carry up to 24 troops and powerful air-to-ground and air-to-surface armament, as well as electronic warfare systems that allow the H225M to carry out demanding missions. It also has an all-weather capability supported by its night vision goggle (NVG) compatibility.

A part of the Hungarian H225M fleet will be fitted with the HForce weapon management system, adding air support capabilities and thus creating further communality with the Hungarian H145M fleet also equipped with HForce. Flight trials have recently been conducted in Hungary as part of the integration of a gun pod and rocket launchers on the Hungarian H225M.

“I am very happy that we have delivered the first H225Ms to Hungary today,” said Even. “The Defence Forces are receiving a combat-proven, multi-role platform, which is the latest version of a very successful helicopter family. Together with the light twin-engine H145M, which is already in operation, Hungary now has a modern helicopter fleet that can fly a broad range of military missions, and we are proud that they decided our helicopters were the right choice for their extremely important operations.”

Airbus will also be providing a training and support package.