The helicopter was not only operational in the STARS fleet, but is also serial number 002, meaning it was the second BK117 ever made

STARS air ambulance is celebrating 40 years of its life-saving mission in Alberta with the donation of an Airbus BK117 helicopter to the Hangar Flight Museum’s permanent collection.

John Froh, president and CEO of STARS, said the donation recognizes the central role the BK117 helicopter has played in providing critical care to Albertans over the last 40 years.

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“We really just thought, ‘Wouldn’t it be great to celebrate the history of this aircraft, and what it means to the people of Alberta and to us at STARS?’” Froh said.

“It’s an example of what’s possible when creative and driven people from all walks of life get together to decide

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