Eurocopter combines luxury and technical excellence for corporate travel

Eurocopter´s offers for this market can be seen at Chalet 33 during the Middle East Business Aviation (MEBA) fair, that takes place November 16-18 in Dubai. Eurocopter will display the EC130 Corporate Stylence version and the AS 365 N3 VIP version during the show.

With a thorough consideration of the Corporate passenger's experience, these helicopters incorporate a modern style and design; enhanced comfort; extremely low noise levels and a high level of customization to fit the needs of the travellers. The displayed EC 130 is a light single engine aircraft, the quietest in its class. The AS 365 N3 Dauphin helicopter in its Corporate configuration with 7 seats is ideal for transporting VIPs. Eurocopter's portfolio of Corporate helicopters includes the multipurpose EC135, EC145, EC155 and the 11-ton EC225.

"In the past years Eurocopter has experienced 15% annual sales growth in the region. In the Corporate and VIP segment we have seen strong regional demand and the development of tourism represents excellent platforms for Corporate transport by helicopter,"

says Xavier Hay, Eurocopter's Vice-President for Middle East and Africa.

In response to the growing demand for luxury, Eurocopter collaborated with Hermès the worldwide renowned Design House, to create the "l'Hélicoptère par Hermès." This luxury helicopter illustrates a successful fusion between design and technology and brings business travelling to new heights.

The world's first EC135 "l'Hélicoptère par Hermès" luxury helicopter will be delivered by early 2009 to Falcon Aviation Services (FAS), a renowned provider of high level aviation services in the UAE and Gulf regions.

In addition to classy designs and elegant interiors, Eurocopter's Corporate passengers enjoy enhanced privacy, high class entertainment system, satellite technology and technical excellence ensuring extremely low noise and vibration levels.