Introducing our H145 - the gold standard in rescue helicopters.
Built for our terrainÂ
Hawke’s Bay’s mix of rugged ranges, coastline, and rural communities demands a helicopter that can handle it all. The H145 is fast, reliable, and purpose-built for rescue missions. Tail and rear mounted cameras and onboard weather radar help our pilots navigate safely, even in tricky conditions.
More space to save livesÂ
The H145’s larger cabin gives our Critical Care Paramedics more room to deliver critical, hands-on care in the air. We can treat our patients with more equipment close to hand, enabling us to provide the best possible medical attention for our patients thousands of feet in the sky. Â
Advanced technology, unmatched safetyÂ
The H145 features a state-of-the-art Helionix avionics suite, giving our pilots exceptional situational awareness and in-flight support. Its Fenestron tail rotor system, enclosed rather than exposed, adds an extra layer of safety for our crew and anyone near the aircraft during a mission.Â
A proven performer, worldwideÂ
The H145 isn’t new or untested. With around 1,740 in service globally and more than eight million flight hours logged, it’s trusted by rescue services around the world – including now, right here in Hawke’s Bay.Â
Made possible by you
The purchase of our new H145 has been jointly funded by Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora and the Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC).Â
To get this helicopter truly mission-ready for Hawkeâs Bay, it needs specialist medical equipment, technology and operational equipment and thatâs where our community comes in.Â
Itâs thanks to the generosity of Hawkeâs Bay that we can equip our new helicopter with everything our crew needs to deliver world-class care in the air. Every donation helps turn this aircraft into a fully-equipped, life-saving asset for our region.Â
Help keep the Wallace Foundation Hawke's Bay Rescue Helicopter flying.
Together, we can ensure this essential service is here when our community needs it most