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Aircraft Specifications

Bell 412

One of the world's foremost aeromedical and air rescue helicopters, the Bell 412 has significant power, range and lifting capabilities.

The power and role capabilities of the Bell are:

  • Cruise speed of 230 kph powered by two Pratt and Whitney PT6T3 engines
  • Range of 500km
  • Up to four stretcher positions or 10 passengers
  • Two neonatal humidicribs
  • Dual oxygen and suction systems
  • Chemical spray bucket to contain oil spills
  • Three person rescue hoist with a 90m cable
  • 1000kg carrying capacity
  • 1500 litre firebombing bucket
  • State of the art communication systems
  • Global Positioning System (GPS) navigation system
  • Locating equipment for Ultra High Frequency/Very High Frequency (UHF/VHF) radio signals and Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB)
  • 30 million candle power nite sun searchlight
  • Forward Looking Infra-Red (FLIR) observation system
  • Single pilot Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) - allows for flight day and night in most weather conditions

When Queensland Rescue purchased three Bell 412s they were freighted to Australia from the United States as standard helicopters. On arrival, Queensland Rescue had each helicopter stripped to the frame and rebuilt from the ground up to suit their role as a rescue aircraft operational for Queensland conditions. Added to the helicopter are all rescue equipment including winches, search lights (Nite Sun), medical equipment and cargo hooks. Below are a few photographs of the Townsville Bell 412's fit out.

Bell assembly photo 1Bell assembly photo 2

Bell assembly photo 3Photo of the Bell 412

The Bells are stripped down and rebuilt to suit Queensland Rescue's needs, which usually takes about 2 ½ months.

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