University of Michigan Health System EC55 · N157UM

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The primary subject is a blue and yellow medical helicopter with the registration number "N157UM," prominently displaying "SURVIVAL FLIGHT" in large yellow letters on the fuselage. The helicopter, a Eurocopter AS365 Dauphin variant identifiable by its sleek, streamlined body and fenestron tail rotor, is parked on a paved surface. The top side above the windows has the text "University of Michigan Health System," and the tail and mid-fuselage feature block "M" logos in maize yellow, referencing the University of Michigan. The helicopter is oriented left to right in profile view, stationary, with its rotor blades stopped. In the background, there is a grassy field and scattered buildings, with some trees showing autumn colors, indicating a possible late fall setting. The sky is partly cloudy with soft, diffused daylight suggesting a clear day with moderate lighting. No other aircraft, ground vehicles, or personnel are visible. The helicopter sits on a concrete or asphalt apron that has some scattered leaves and shadows, adding to the season impression. No immediate airport infrastructure like terminals or runways are visible within the frame, suggesting a heliport or remote medical facility area. Additional keywords: medical helicopter, air ambulance, emergency flight, blue and yellow livery, fenestron tail rotor, University logo, single helicopter, parked aircraft, autumn leaves, clear weather, partial clouds, grass field, small buildings, rotary wing aircraft, aviation safety markings, ground apron, healthcare aviation, emergency medical services. -- University of Michigan Health System EC55 N157UM ARB airport KARB airport Ann Arbor Municipal Airport Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA IMG_6305 (4).jpg Brady Noble December 0, 12/29/2019