Airbus Dolphin Program

The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) is a major customer of the Airbus Dolphin Program with 98 AS366GA “MH-65” helicopters in operation and more than 1,780.000 flight hours logged since entry into service in 1984. 

MH-65 USCG helicopter in Grand Prairie TX USPH-0026-0140

MH-65: versatile helicopter for extreme conditions

The MH-65 helicopter is the U.S. Coast Guard’s Short Range Recovery (SRR) helicopter, operated from bases across the United States, including Hawaii and Alaska. With ship-deployable flexibility, the MH-65 supports USCG cutters. Airbus is proud through-life partner with USCG and is committed to helping them achieve their missions.  

The MH-65 is a version of AS365 N3+ multi-mission helicopter, which incorporates Airbus Helicopters’ Fenestron® tail rotor system and Starflex rotor head for high maneuverability, low noise, excellent efficiency and maximum safety.

The aircraft excels in severe climates, high altitudes, and hot weather, with a large power margin that enables safe rooftop landings and takeoffs from urban areas.

 

USCG Air station in action SAR200529-g-ye015-2006-1_original

A multi-missions helicopter

Primary Mission

  • Short range search and rescue

Other Missions

  • Patrol
  • Shipboard capability
  • Counter-narcotics
  • Passengers transport
  • Cargo sling

 

  • 1,8
    Million flight Hours
  • 98
    Aircraft in service
  • 14
    Coast Guard stations
  • MH-65 USCG

    Did you know?

    The U.S. Coast Guard chose the H-65 Dolphin in 1979. It's been in service since 1984, will stay until 2037.
    It features an all-glass cockpit, new radar, and advanced navigation.

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