9-Jan-2026
Summary from Brazilian authorities “The aircraft took off from Cabo Frio airfield bound for the Deep Blue Maritime Unit (9DBL) on a personnel transport flight, with two crew members and six passengers on board. During the flight, abnormal vibrations occurred, leading the crew to perform a controlled forced water landing at sea.” The subject aircraft... Read more
7-Jan-2026Source: HeliHub.com
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has announced the latest update to CAP437 Standards for offshore helicopter landing areas Amendment 1 to the 9th Edition has been published on the CAA’s website. This version incorporates a number of minor updates throughout the document and introduces the Master Minimum Helideck Equipment List (MMHEL) in a new Appendix... Read more
22-Dec-2025Source: HeliHub.com
GDAT subsidiary GD Helicopter Finance (GDHF) has signed an agreement to acquire NHV group (NHV), aiming to close the transaction, subject to customary conditions and regulatory approvals, in Q1 of 2026. This is a most unusual combination – a leasing company acquiring an operator. The transaction has the potential to alienate other offshore operators from... Read more
1-Dec-2025Source: HeliHub.com
Airbus Helicopters has quietly been in emergency mode for over two months after a serious H175 incident on the North Sea. An NHV H175 experienced a noticeable torque kick through the airframe and lost nearly 600ft of altitude when flying at 1000ft, after a high speed shaft failure which resulted in engine turbine blades being... Read more
21-Nov-2025Source: Leonardo
Offshore Helicopter Services UK Ltd (OHS UK – part of the Ultimate Aviation Group) announced the signing of a contract to procure two more Leonardo AW139 intermediate twin engine helicopters. The aircraft are expected to be delivered from Italy’s Vergiate final assembly plant in late 2026. These helicopters will join two AW139 SAR (Search and... Read more
17-Nov-2025Source: Milestone
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (“Milestone”), the global leader in helicopter leasing, today announced that it has signed lease agreements with Bristow Group Inc for five new Airbus H160 helicopters. The helicopters, four of which are scheduled for delivery in November 2025, will support Bristow’s oil and gas operations in Nigeria. The fifth and final aircraft is... Read more
15-Nov-2025Source: OEUK
OEUK is raising awareness of a new safety policy that has been developed by industry in response to concerns highlighted by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) regarding the limitations of Search and Rescue winching systems. These systems, critical for the rescue of offshore personnel, are designed to safely lift individuals weighing under 124kg (over... Read more
12-Nov-2025Source: CMA
The UK Competition & Markets Authority (CMA) has cleared the completed acquisition by SMFL LCI Helicopters Limited of Macquarie Rotorcraft Limited. Further information will be released by the CMA in the near future.... Read more
23-Oct-2025Source: HeliHub.com
China Southern Airlines General Aviation Company Limited (CSAGA) has ordered an Airbus H160 helicopter for offshore energy projects during the seventh China Helicopter Exposition, which opened on Thursday and will run through Sunday in north China’s Tianjin Municipality. The Airbus H160 is capable of performing missions in a wide range of fields, including law enforcement,... Read more
17-Oct-2025Source: HeliHub.com
Bristow Helicopters have confirmed redundancies to pilots in their offshore oil/gas fleet. It is worth noting that this dos not affect the SAR fleet – which comes under “Government Services” in the company structure. Bristow confirmed to HeliHub.com that “changes to demand require us to make amendments to our Offshore Energy Services’ workforce structure. We... Read more
7-Oct-2025Source: HeliHub.com
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has today published an update on their investigation of the completed acquisition by SMFL LCI Helicopters Ltd of Macquarie Rotorcraft Ltd. The CMA has indicated that it now has sufficient information in relation to the completed acquisition by SMFL LCI Helicopters Ltd of Macquarie Rotorcraft Ltd to enable... Read more
30-Sep-2025Source: HeliHub.com
North Sea safety is once again under the spotlight after workers on the Equinor Sleipner rig report seeing a drone apparently monitoring the platform. Norwegian Police are investigating, according to local media outlet VG. Flights to the Sleipner rig have been halted today with CHC flight 500 remaining on the ground in Stavangar as this... Read more
29-Aug-2025Source: Omni Helicopters
Omni Helicopters International (Omni) and its subsidiary Omni Helicopters Guyana Inc. (OHGI), the nation’s leading air mobility solutions provider for the offshore sector, proudly announce a historic milestone: The successful completion and graduation of the first training phase by its inaugural Ab-Initio pilots, Mr. Somant Heeralall and Mr. Yadram Ramcharran. Their graduation ceremony was held... Read more
28-Aug-2025Source: Milestone Aviation
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (“Milestone”), the global leader in helicopter leasing, today unveiled a refreshed brand identity and website to commemorate the company’s 15 years in business. In addition to the redesigned logo and iconic “M” symbol, the company will now primarily be known as “Milestone”. “We are excited to introduce our new brand... Read more
27-Aug-2025Source: Ørsted
Ørsted has finalised logistics for offshore construction of its Hornsea 3 wind farm – including a brand new Service Operating Vessel (SOV). The Esvagt James Blythe, currently under construction itself, will provide at least 44 jobs on board. The SOV is one of nine transportation vehicles that will work on the construction phase of Hornsea... Read more
16-May-2025Source: HeliHub.com
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating the anticipated acquisition by SMFL LCI Helicopters Limited of Macquarie Rotorcraft Limited. The CMA has served an initial enforcement order under section 72(2) of the Enterprise Act 2002 on Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc., Sumitomo Corporation, Sumitomo Mitsui Finance & Leasing Co. Limited, SMFL LCI Helicopters... Read more
14-May-2025Source: Vaisala
Vaisala, a global leader in measurement technology, today introduced its Vaisala Elements Helideck Monitoring Software to deliver the offshore industry’s most comprehensive and scalable Helideck Monitoring System (HMS) available. Part of Vaisala’s comprehensive HMS, Elements is the first and only software to seamlessly integrate high-resolution vertical wind profiling from the WindCube lidar suite, advanced lightning detection, and both graphical and data... Read more
8-May-2025Source: Operator Offshore Helicopters Services UK
The Search and Rescue (SAR) crews providing lifeline support to the offshore energy sector have reached the remarkable landmark of completing one thousand tasks. Operator Offshore Helicopters Services UK Ltd (OHSUK) provides 24/7 medical emergency cover, 365 days a year, to up to 10,000 workers in the North Sea. Carrying out missions across a vast... Read more
24-Apr-2025Source: NHV
Helicopter operator NHV Group and wind turbine manufacturer Vestas are collaborating with the aim of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from helicopter operations. Starting in April, flights from NHV group departing from Esbjerg Airport will be fully integrating Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) whenever possible. As part of a multi-year contract, NHV will conduct dedicated crew... Read more
24-Mar-2025Source: HeliHub.com
Energy company Shell has ordered three AW189s from Leonardo for offshore support from Broome in Western Australia. In a first for the offshore helicopter market in Australia, Shell will own the helicopters and contract an operator to fly them. Shell chose the same paint scheme as the four Sikorsky S92s they operate through Brunei Shell... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Leonardo
Gama Group Limited (“Gama Aviation”) and Leonardo announced a further reinforcement of their collaboration in delivering and maintaining advanced rotorcraft capabilities to UK with an order for five more helicopters for emergency medical service (EMS) and Energy support operations. The announcement was made during Verticon 2025 (Dallas, TX, 11-13 March). The contract includes three AW169... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Leonardo
At Verticon 2025 (Dallas, TX, 11-13 March) Leonardo and Petroleum Air Services (PAS) announced a further reinforcement of their collaboration to deliver effective and safe helicopter operations supporting the energy industry in Egypt. PAS signed to procure five AW169 light intermediate twin engine 4.8t helicopters with skid undercarriage. These aircraft are expected to be delivered... Read more
11-Mar-2025
Offshore helicopter operator PHI Aviation began commercial operations off the Louisiana Coast on 6 March, 2025 for international energy company Shell plc with one H160, capping off a successful route-proving partnership. The helicopter is the first from the worldwide H160 fleet to conduct offshore commercial transportation missions. Starting in 2020, the three companies – Airbus,... Read more
3-Feb-2025Source: HeliHub.com
Weststar-GAP Aviation LDA, a joint venture between Timor GAP-Timor Gas Petroleo, EP, and Weststar Aviation Timor, Unipessoal, LDA, has signed a US$40 million (RM178.2 million) helicopter transportation services contract with Australian energy giant Santos NA (19-12) Pty Ltd, to support their offshore operations in the Bayu-Undan region. The joint venture, established in June 2020, has... Read more
21-Jan-2025Source: HeliHub.com
The newly inaugurated 47th President of the US (“POTUS”) has signed an Executive Order to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America. The relevant text follows:- Sec. 4. Gulf of America. (a) The area formerly known as the Gulf of Mexico has long been an integral asset to our once burgeoning Nation... Read more
15-Jan-2025Source: GDHF
GDHF announced today that it has delivered an Airbus H175 on lease to OHI. The H175 will operate as part of OHI’s fleet, conducting offshore transportation operations in Latin America. Michael York (CEO, GDHF) said “GDHF is very pleased to have delivered this high technology, cost-effective, multi-mission, super medium helicopter on lease to Omni. GDHF... Read more
14-Jan-2025Source: HeliHub.com
Following CHC’s announcement of their new five (potentially) twenty year contract offshore Norway for Aker BP, we are now able to confirm that the operator has three new AW189s on order from Leonardo. These will mark the first time a supermedium helicopter has been operated in Norway, and the type remains the only supermedium with... Read more
13-Jan-2025Source: CHC
CHC Helikopter Service, the Norwegian division of CHC Helicopter and a leading provider of offshore transportation solutions, has entered a $500m strategic partnership with Aker BP to support its offshore helicopter activity in Norway. The partnership’s initial term is 5 years, with options to extend for up to 15 additional years. CHC will operate aircraft... Read more
6-Jan-2025Source: HeliHub.com
Helicopter market intelligence company Parapex Media has identified a very interesting scenario – French based helicopter sales company Rotortrade is in the process of a transaction which will see two Airbus H145 helicopters moving from Saudi Arabia to Brazil. Rotortrade is owned by The Helicopter Company (THC) in Saudi Arabia, and it is two of... Read more
23-Dec-2024Source: HeliHub.com
The team at HeliHub.com would like to wish all our readers a very Happy Christmas and a prosperous 2025. This is the time of the year we celebrate the birth of Jesus – we would not have Christmas if Jesus Christ had not been born. Which means that anyone celebrating Christmas acknowledges the birth of... Read more
11-Nov-2024Source: Airbus Helicopters
Airtelis and Airbus Helicopters took the opportunity of European Rotors to announce the signature of a framework agreement for the purchase of up to five H145 helicopters, including the firm order of one. The helicopters are foreseen to be operated and used by Airtelis’ subsidiary Oya Vendée Hélicoptères, which provides support for the offshore wind... Read more
6-Nov-2024Source: Leonardo
The world’s most successful super-medium category helicopter is set to further expand its presence in the world market, particularly for offshore transport supporting the energy industry. Leonardo and helicopter leasing company GDHF have signed a Framework Agreement to introduce ten more AW189s in the energy support market, with deliveries expected in the 2027-2029 period. The... Read more
3-Oct-2024Source: CHC
CHC Helicopter has been awarded ‘Best Air Logistics Supplier’ by leading state-owned energy company, Petrobras. This recognition, announced during the ROG.e expo, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, marks an important milestone for the CHC team and reinforces its ongoing commitment to excellence, safety, and innovation. ROG.e is one of the largest events in the energy... Read more
2-Oct-2024Source: CHC
CHC Helikopter Service, the Norwegian division of CHC Helicopter and a leading provider of offshore transportation solutions, has successfully secured a new contract with Harbour Energy for operations in the Norwegian North Sea. This follows Harbour Energy’s recent acquisition of Wintershall Dea’s upstream assets. Set to commence in October 2024, the contract spans 17 months... Read more
17-Sep-2024Source: OHS
Two new bespoke multi-million-pound helicopters will spearhead the offshore energy sector Search and Rescue (SAR) fleet as part of a deal securing the service for the next decade. Current operator Offshore Helicopter Services UK Ltd (OHSUK) will continue to provide the service that supports up to 10,000 workers until at least 2032. Based in Aberdeen,... Read more
3-Sep-2024Source: Bristow
Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL), the global leader in innovative and sustainable vertical flight solutions, announced its President and Chief Executive Officer, Chris Bradshaw, will participate in a fireside chat discussion with James West, the head of Evercore ISI’s Oil Service, Equipment & Drilling research team on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at 11 a.m.... Read more
2-Sep-2024Source: Bristow
Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL), the global leader in innovative and sustainable vertical flight solutions, announced it will attend the Barclays 38th Annual CEO Energy-Power Conference on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Bristow’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Chris Bradshaw, and Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Jennifer Whalen, are scheduled to participate in investor... Read more
15-Aug-2024Source: BALPA
It follows over a year of negotiations and extensive industrial action that showed the strength of feeling and solidarity amongst the oil and gas and search and rescue crew. BALPA General Secretary Amy Leversidge said: “This result is a significant achievement for our pilots and technical crews who reluctantly undertook industrial action. Thanks to their... Read more
31-Jul-2024Source: OEG Offshore
OEG Offshore, a leading offshore solutions business, has secured a long-term Master Services Agreement (MSA) with a tier 1 well decommissioning company to provide helifuel inspections and aviation support services across the company’s offshore assets. The contract will see OEG Offshore deliver a comprehensive range of support services compliant with CAP437 guidelines including inspection of... Read more
30-Jul-2024Source: OHS
Offshore Helicopter Services UK Ltd (OHSUK) has appointed Andy Rodden as its new Managing Director. Currently part of the senior leadership team at ETZ Ltd Offshore Renewables, he brings with him a wealth of experience, including 15 years running projects across the energy sector, and will formally take up his new role in September. Interim... Read more
7-Jun-2024Source: Airbus Helicopters
HTM Helicopters has placed an order for one Airbus H145 helicopter, with options for two additional helicopters of the same type. The new helicopter will be used in offshore wind operations, transporting technicians and materials to wind farm turbines off the coasts of Germany and France. “Over the past 15 years in the offshore wind business, we’ve... Read more
27-May-2024Source: Leonardo
Leonardo and PHI Group (PHI) have signed a framework agreement for 12 AW189 Helicopters to serve the global energy market starting in 2025. These are composed of firm orders as well as purchase options and include an extensive support partnership featuring a service center agreement, MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) agreement, and training solutions for... Read more
23-May-2024Source: Omni
Omni Helicopters International, Latin America’s leading air mobility solutions provider, is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work® across its eligible affiliates worldwide. Great Place To Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and leadership behaviours proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation. The prestigious award is... Read more
23-May-2024Source: Milestone
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (“Milestone”), the global leader in helicopter leasing, today announced that it has signed purchase assignment and leaseback agreements for three new Leonardo AW139 helicopters with Norwegian helicopter operator Lufttransport RW AS (“Lufttransport”). The three helicopters are scheduled to deliver in 2025 and will be deployed on offshore missions in the... Read more
20-May-2024Source: BALPA
In response to the oral question to the Aviation Minister Anthony Browne in Parliament today, and his commitment to meet with Bristow (available below), BALPA General Secretary Amy Leversidge said: “We welcome the support from politicians for our striking members. “When Government meets with Bristow we expect Ministers to outline that companies and management with... Read more
10-May-2024Source: CHC
CHC Brasil, part of CHC Helicopter, a global leader in helicopter services, has announced it has agreed a new contract with Equinor Brazil, to support the High Activity Period (HAP) in the Peregrino field. Peregrino field is the largest field operated by Equinor outside Norway. CHC will support Equinor through the HAP stage of the... Read more
7-May-2024
Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL) (“Bristow” or the “Company”) today reported net income attributable to the Company of $6.6 million, or $0.23 per diluted share, for its quarter ended March 31, 2024 (the “Current Quarter”) on operating revenues of $329.4 million compared to net loss attributable to the Company of $7.9 million, or $0.28 per... Read more
7-May-2024Source: BALPA
The British Airline Pilots’ Association says its members in Bristow Helicopters have been forced to strike by a management which continues to belligerently ignore their calls for a fair and reasonable pay offer. The pilots and tech crew (including search and rescue winch operators and winch paramedics) will be involved in strike action on Tuesday... Read more
15-Mar-2024
NHV is delighted to announce that NHV Denmark are the first operator in the North Sea to be approved to provide “Operations with Operational Credits — Helicopter Special Authorization Category I (Heli Sa Cat I) Operations” from EASA – European Union Aviation Safety Agency This new approval has been introduced to increase the number of available... Read more
8-Mar-2024Source: HIAL
Editor note : The following announcement was made this week by Highlands & Islands Airports Ltd, the company responsible for the management and operation of 11 regional airports in Scotland serving some of the nation’s remotest communities: at Barra, Benbecula, Campbeltown, Dundee, Inverness, Islay, Kirkwall, Stornoway, Sumburgh, Tiree and Wick John O’Groats. No announcement (eg... Read more
6-Mar-2024
Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL) reported net loss attributable to the Company of $7.9 million, or $0.28 per diluted share, for its quarter ended December 31, 2023 (the “Current Quarter”) on operating revenues of $329.6 million compared to net income attributable to the Company of $4.3 million, or $0.15 per diluted share, for the quarter... Read more
5-Mar-2024Source: Equinor
Equinor secures 15 new helicopters for passenger traffic on the Norwegian continental shelf (NCS) through contracts with helicopter manufacturers Bell and Leonardo. After an extensive process, Equinor has qualified new helicopter types for passenger transport on the NCS. Under these contracts, Equinor will receive ten new Bell 525 helicopters and five AW189 helicopters. “These helicopter... Read more
4-Mar-2024Source: Bell
Bell, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced a signed purchase agreement with Equinor for the sale of 10 Bell 525 aircraft for North Sea offshore operations with deliveries expected to begin in 2026. The 525 offers Equinor superior technological innovation in terms of helicopter safety, reduced CO2 emissions, pilot support systems, passenger comfort and internal... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: HeliHub.com
Following the Bristow SAR S92 accident off Norway last night, we observe that practically every offshore flight involving Sikorsky S92s has been cancelled. As this story is published, one Bristow S92 G-CKXL is on long finals for Aberdeen and one Offshore Helicopter Services S92 G-VINP is outbound north-east from Aberdeen to a rig No S92s... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Leonardo
Leonardo and Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL), the leading global provider of innovative and sustainable vertical flight solutions, announced a framework agreement including firm orders for 10 AW189 super medium helicopters plus 10 options. Bristow is currently operating 21 AW189 helicopters globally with another five due off the assembly line in 2024. The new framework... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Bristow
Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL), the global leader in innovative and sustainable vertical flight solutions, today announced it will release its fourth quarter and full year 2023 financial results after market close on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. In connection with the release, Bristow has scheduled a conference call for Wednesday, March 6, 2024, to begin at 9 a.m. ET (8... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: Milestone
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (“Milestone”), the global leader in helicopter leasing, today announced that it has signed lease agreements for three heavy helicopters with CITIC Offshore Helicopter Company Limited (“COHC”). The agreements include the placement of two Sikorsky S-92 helicopters and one Airbus H225 helicopter, all of which are configured for offshore passenger transport... Read more
26-Feb-2024Source: Milestone
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (“Milestone”), the global leader in helicopter leasing, today announced that it has signed a lease agreement with Brazilian offshore operator, Líder Aviação (“Líder”), for a Sikorsky S-92 helicopter. The S-92 helicopter is configured for offshore passenger transport and will support Líder’s operations for Brazil’s national oil company, Petrobras. The aircraft... Read more
22-Feb-2024Source: RMT
Offshore workers union, RMT has criticised the possible re-introduction of the Super Puma helicopter by Airbus to offshore oil and gas operations. Last year was the tenth anniversary of the last fatal Super Puma incident in the UK sector, which claimed the lives of four offshore workers, including RMT member Sarah Darnley. 33 offshore workers... Read more
21-Feb-2024Source: PHI
PHI, a leader in global helicopter services, is proud and honored to celebrate its 75-year anniversary in 2024. Founded in Lafayette, La., in 1949, Petroleum Bell Helicopters—later to be renamed Petroleum Helicopters, Inc. and known today as PHI Group, Inc.—established itself as a leader in helicopter transportation for seismic crews exploring for oil and gas... Read more
21-Feb-2024Source: BALPA
The British Airline Pilots’ Association has given notice to Bristow Helicopters that it will call on its members to strike in March. BALPA has been in negotiation with the company for months, but Bristow has failed to put forward any offer that its pilots and tech crew could support. Following a strong ballot result of... Read more
14-Feb-2024Source: Ex-Change Parts
Ex-Change Parts, a Swedish global leader in helicopter aftermarket parts and solutions, proudly announces its latest milestone with the disassembly of an EC225 helicopter, further strengthening its position as a key player in the Airbus Super Puma family. With over 25 years of industry expertise and a commitment to quality, reflected in their ISO 9001:2015... Read more
12-Feb-2024Source: BALPA
Helicopter crews at Bristow Helicopters have overwhelmingly voted in favour of industrial action in a dispute over pay. The ballot conducted among members of the British Airline Pilots’ Association (BALPA) closed on Wednesday 7th February 2024 and returned a 96.31% YES vote on a 92.74% turnout BALPA General Secretary, Amy Leversidge said: “This ballot is... Read more
26-Jan-2024Source: Omni
In just one year of operations, Omni Helicopters Guyana Inc, a strategic collaboration with Roraima Airways, has achieved remarkable milestones, safely transporting over 50,000 passengers with an average of 200 flights per month. Operating from Eugene F. Correia International Airport with a fleet of 6 modern helicopters, Omni has grown its workforce to over 80... Read more
25-Jan-2024Source: Lufttransport
Lufttransport RW AS is excited to announce a favourable outcome after a thorough tender process for the SAR AW139 Troll-Oseberg area with Equinor, with operations out from Bergen Airport Flesland. “We are thrilled to have been chosen by Equinor for this service, one of the pillars for emergency preparedness on the Norwegian continental shelf (NCS).... Read more
24-Jan-2024Source: LCI
LCI, a leading aviation company, has launched a new independent division dedicated to high quality advisory, consultancy and research services. LCI Analytics will initially cover mission critical rotorcraft and advanced air mobility operations across sectors including energy, emergency medical services (EMS), and search and rescue (SAR). It will publish regular, in-depth research and forecasts, and... Read more
23-Nov-2023Source: GDAT
GDAT Company Limited(GDAT),the China’s most prominent helicopter lessor and operator medium and heavy helicopters, is pleased to announce the successful completion a long-term operating lease agreement Omni Helicopters International(OHI),Latin America’s largest provider of air mobility and delivery solutions, three new LeonardoAW189 helicopters to meet OHI’s onshore/offshore mission requirements. “We are delighted to expand our super-medium... Read more
22-Nov-2023Source: Unite
Unite the union can confirm that workers employed by helicopter services firm CHC Scotia are taking part in strike action today (Wednesday 22 November) as part of an escalating pay dispute. Unite represents over 60 workers at the Aberdeen airport based company which also has operations at Humberside and Norwich airports. Unite members across the... Read more
16-Nov-2023Source: Omni
Lisbon-based Omni Helicopters International (OHI), Latin America’s largest provider of air mobility and delivery solutions, announced that it has secured seven (7) additional Super Medium helicopters for delivery in 2023 & 2024 to meet new customer demands, citing sustainability and product reliability benefits. OHI´s Group Chief Operating Officer, Duncan Moore said “We decided to step... Read more
15-Nov-2023Source: Bell
Editor Note – although this is published here within minutes of it being issued by Bell, this Bell 429 physically arrived at the Caverton Helicopters hangar over four months ago on 11th July 2023 Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced a signed purchase agreement with Caverton Helicopters Limited for a Bell... Read more
13-Nov-2023Source: Prospect
Prospect is currently balloting its pilot members on industrial action over pay at NHV Helicopters UK Ltd. Operating out of bases in Aberdeen, Blackpool, and Norwich, NHV UK supports the transport of crews and loads to and from Oil and Gas platforms across the North and Irish Sea. The ballot opened for Pilots at all... Read more
10-Nov-2023Source: Milestone Aviation
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (“Milestone”), the global leader in helicopter leasing, announced that it has delivered a Sikorsky S-92 helicopter to China General Aviation Company Limited (“CGAC”), a new customer for Milestone. The S-92 helicopter is configured for offshore passenger transport and will be deployed on critical offshore oil and gas missions, from CGAC’s... Read more
12-Oct-2023Source: DHSS
DHSS Clarksons Port Services signs new helicopter service agreement with Offshore Helicopter Services UK Ltd at Aberdeen. By the new cooperation with Offshore Helicopter Services UK Ltd we are able to strengthen our activities for the offshore energy business in UK waters. Clarksons Port Services is offering helicopter services in UK, next to exceptional port agency and... Read more
11-Oct-2023Source: LCI
LCI is pleased to share that it has concluded long-term lease extensions for three Leonardo Helicopters AW139s currently being operated by Omni Helicopters International (OHI), a leading operator of helicopter and air mobility services. The three helicopters, which are valued at approximately US$30 million, are part of a wider fleet of 14 helicopters from LCI’s... Read more
13-Sep-2023Source: Airbus
Airbus Helicopters and PHI Group (PHI) have signed a framework agreement that includes commitments for 20 super-medium H175 helicopters and 8 H160s to serve the energy market worldwide, including in the US. These 28 state-of-the-art helicopters will better position PHI to respond to the energy market’s expected growing offshore transportation needs.These commitments are composed of... Read more
