Airbus Helicopters is the largest helicopter company. Previously Eurocopter, Airbus Helicopters was established in 1992. They have plants across the globe. The Safari 400 kit costs $142,800 USD. The turbine engine is commonly used in helicopters. Reciprocating engines are used in smaller helicopters and trainers.
Top Attack Helicopters
Currently, top attack helicopters are:
- Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian
- Bell AH-1Z Viper from the USA
In 2020, Airbus Helicopters had 48% of the global helicopter market share. In 2019, it generated over €6 billion in revenue. The US has the largest fleet of commercial helicopters with 9,348 units in 2019. This is over four times more than Canada’s fleet.
Leading Manufacturers and Models
Sikorsky is based in Stratford, Connecticut. It was founded by Igor Sikorsky in 1923. Sikorsky pioneered civilian and military helicopter manufacturing.
Top luxury helicopters:
- Augusta Westland AW109 Grand
- Eurocopter Mercedes-Benz EC 145
The Boeing Company makes military and civilian rotorcraft. Boeing’s rotorcraft include the CH-47 Chinook and AH-64 Apache. Russian Helicopters produces the Mil Mi-26 heavy lift helicopter. With a 44,090 pound haul capacity, it is the most powerful helicopter ever built. Airbus Helicopters is the leading helicopter manufacturer by revenue and units delivered.