South Korea orders Airbus H225 helicopter for police and counterterrorism operations
The National Police Agency of South Korea has formalized the purchase of an Airbus H225 helicopter, marking the agency’s entry as a new customer of the European manufacturer. The announcement was made in Seoul on November 24, 2025, highlighting that the aircraft will be used as a multifunctional platform for public security operations, emergency response, and the strengthening of national surveillance capabilities.
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According to Airbus, the H225 will be primarily employed in law enforcement missions and counterterrorism operations, while also playing key roles in search and rescue missions, humanitarian assistance, and natural disaster response.
“We are honored to welcome the National Police Agency of South Korea to the Airbus family,” said Vincent Dubrule, head of the Asia-Pacific region at Airbus Helicopters. “The H225 has earned a global reputation as a reliable and versatile helicopter. We are confident that it will become an essential asset for the agency, enabling the execution of complex missions with precision and safety.”
The H225 is the latest addition to the Super Puma family and stands out for its performance in adverse conditions, as well as its excellent range and payload capacity. The aircraft incorporates advanced avionics and state-of-the-art autopilot systems, ensuring greater safety and reducing pilot workload.
Currently, more than 360 units of the H225 and H225M models are in operation worldwide, accumulating approximately 980,000 flight hours. Military operators include Brazil, France, Hungary, Indonesia, Iraq, Kuwait, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands, Singapore, and Thailand.
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