EuroTec Vertical Flight Solutions, a helicopter sales and service center, has delivered a brand new custom completed aircraft to Teton County Search and Rescue (TCSAR) based in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Since it was founded in 1993, Teton County Search and Rescue has never had its own year-round SAR-dedicated helicopter. For many years, the team contracted a helicopter based on need.
Experiencing a recent surge in emergency calls, TCSAR launched the “Mission Critical Campaign,” a fundraiser to purchase a custom completed brand new Airbus H125 Helicopter that will address the growing year-round demand for rescue operations.
“The new H125 helicopter comes at a time when Teton County Search and Rescue continues to see a high volume of rescue calls, within and outside our county,” said TCSAR chief advisor Cody Lockhart.
“Having a rescue-ready helicopter year-round can be the difference between life or death for locals and visitors alike. We are incredibly grateful to our entire community and partners for helping to make this vital rescue tool a reality for Teton County.”
The completion process showcased EuroTec’s unique expertise in helicopter modifications and its close relationships with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), enabling them to offer a comprehensive list of options to enhance the H125’s capabilities.
From its original factory green color to a custom-designed red exterior with a mountainscape paint scheme, the end result is a state-of-the-art aircraft equipped for the challenging search-and-rescue missions required in Wyoming’s rugged terrain.
Key features and enhancements of the customized H125 include:
- BLR FastFin
- Swiss Rotor Services/Maximum Pilot View Kit
- AKV DCS1100 Engine Monitoring System with FLI Repeater
- Boost HEC System
- Onboard Systems Cargo Hook with Load Cell
- Vertical Flight Solutions Advanced TB20 Li-Ion Battery Kit with MD23 Flex Clock/Battery ACU
- Eurotec Custom, Reduced Instrument Panel with Modified LH Entablature Structure
- PS Engineering Dual PAC45A Audio Panels with PAC45AR Remote Hub
- TDFM 9000 Multiband Radio
- Rear Audio Enclosure with USB’s
- Astronics Max-Viz Enhanced Vision System
- Rugged Video HD19 Camera
- Centum Lifeseeker SAR – Airborne Phone Locator
- Garmin GSR 56 Satellite Datalink
- Garmin GRA 55 Radar Altimeter
- Avidyne TAS605A Traffic System
- U.S. Forestry GPS, Audio and Com Provisions
- Spidertracks Spider X Satellite Tracking System
- Eurotec Collective Guard
- Dart Removable Litter Kit
- Dart Cargo Basket
- Dart Bearpaws and Wear Plates
- Dart Wirestrike Kit
- Dart Rear Baggage Extender
- Airbus Cargo Mirror
- Luminator LS-400 Searchlight
- Custom 3-Color Paint Scheme with Ceramic Coating
What sets EuroTec apart is its commitment to quality, with all modifications and enhancements completed in-house by the EuroTec team. This hands-on approach ensures that every detail is meticulously crafted to meet the highest standards of safety and performance.
“Delivering this custom-completed H125 helicopter represents a significant milestone for Teton County Search and Rescue. We’re honored to have played a crucial role in supporting their mission. We are thrilled to witness the positive impact this aircraft will have on their life-saving efforts,” said Chad Decker, president of EuroTec.