Boustead Holdings subsidiary MHS Aviation and Westair Helicopters have signed a 7-year leasing agreement where the latter will lease the Airbus H175 equipped with the Oil & Gas Configuration and is planning to inaugurate its maiden offshore flight in the African Region starting August 2024.
The Airbus H175 helicopter is certified to fly with Sustainable Aviation Fuel and caters to the O&G industry needs, where it boasts increased flight safety, enhanced passenger comfort, greater versatility, that are set to redefine the standards of offshore helicopter operations.
MHS Chief Executive Officer, Mohd Fakhrul Arifin Adinan said, “Integrating the Airbus H175 into the Namibian operations signifies MHS’s strategic expansion and our pledge to eco- efficiency and innovative service. The fleet represents the future of offshore operations, and we’re proud to introduce it to the African market alongside Westair.”
The Airbus H175 helicopter, recognised as a superior medium helicopter, has demonstrated its reliability in the world’s most challenging environments, including recent deployments in Malaysia where five units have met all end-user expectations for payload, range, and operational availability.
Echoing this sentiment, Westair Chief Executive Officer Edwin Soeters highlighted the operational benefits of this collaboration, “We are excited to welcome the Airbus H175 helicopter to our fleet. This move, supported by MHS and Airbus Helicopters, introduces new operational capabilities and solidifies our commitment to sustainability and excellence in service.”
