Label 1:
Eurocopter EC 120 Colibri (Hummingbird)
1/32 Scale
First flown in 1995, the EC 120B light utility helicopter incorporates innovative features to reduce maintenance procedures as well as noise signatures in densely populated areas. The fenestron (shrouded tail rotor) with eight asymmetrically arranged blades reduces decibel levels substantially.
Gift of EADS, Inc.
Label 2:
Eurocopter EC 120B Colibri (Hummingbird)
The EC 120B is a light utility helicopter that embodies some of the latest advances in helicopter design, which simplify traditionally difficult maintenance procedures and allow it to operate quietly in densely populated areas. The fenestron (shrouded tail rotor) with eight asymmetrically arranged blades provides significant noise reduction. The engine exhaust is designed to reduce the negative effects of rotor downwash. The cabin includes comfortable seating for four passengers. Typical tasks performed by the EC120 include corporate VIP transport, law enforcement, and offshore drilling platform support. The Colibri first flew in 1995.
Rotor Diameter: 10.0 m (32 ft 9.75 in)
Length: 9.6 m (31 ft 6 in)
Height: 3.4 m (11 ft 1.75 in)
Weight, empty: 960 kg (2,116 lb)
Weight, gross:1,800 kg (3,968 lb)
Engines: Turbomeca TM 319 Arrius 2F, 504 shp
Crew: 1
Manufacturer:EADS N.V./Eurocopter
Display Status
This object is on display in Vertical Flight at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.
Object Details
Date
ca. 2000
Country of Origin
Italy
Type
MODELS-Rotary Wing
Manufacturer
Piazzai Models
Physical Description
1/32 scale; maroon with gray skids; equipped with skids; detailed blue interior, including flight controls and control panel graphics fenestron tail rotor.
Stand is simulated wood grain based, probably made of resin with a simulated brass plaque; support is gray-painted plastic.
Dimensions
Model: 17.8 x 29.2 x 30.5cm (7 in. x 11 1/2 in. x 12 in.)
Materials
Model is composed of wood, plastic, resin, and paint.
Inventory Number
A20030038000
Credit Line
Gift of EADS North America.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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