Helicopter company Ostnes Helicopters places an order for ten Airbus H125 models
In a significant move for the Nordic region, Østnes Helicopters has announced a new contract with Airbus for ten H125 helicopters. This expansion of their partnership marks another chapter in a more than 30-year relationship between the two companies.
The H125, a versatile helicopter, is renowned for its ability to perform a wide range of missions, making it a popular choice among Østnes Helicopters' customers in the region for essential tasks. With a record market share of 82% in the intermediate single-engine helicopter category in 2023, the H125 is the absolute market leader.
These new helicopters will join a fleet of over 150 in the Nordic region, primarily used for utility and aerial work missions. The H125 family helicopters are designed to operate in the most demanding conditions, making them ideal for the region's diverse and challenging environments.
Frode Østnes, CEO of Østnes Helicopters, stated, "The H125 is a versatile helicopter capable of performing a wide range of missions. This expansion of our partnership with Airbus ensures the best availability for the best helicopter."
Østnes Helicopters is committed to ensuring short delivery times for the H125 helicopters, ensuring that they can quickly become integral parts of their customers' operations. The contract was announced at this year's European Rotors event.
Østnes Helicopters' maintenance organisation is approved to provide full MRO services for the H120, H125, and H130 models, further strengthening their support for Airbus helicopters.
The Ecureuil family, which includes the H125, has achieved 40 million flight hours and celebrated its 50th anniversary since its maiden flight. As of this year, Østnes Helicopters' scope includes full support for the H145, supported by a team of certified technicians and avionics experts specially trained for the H145 helicopter.
Airbus is pleased with Østnes Helicopters' strong commitment to supporting their ambition to expand their market share in the Nordic region. With over 4,300 H125 family helicopters currently flying across the globe, this partnership is set to make a significant impact in the region.
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The expansion of Østnes Helicopters' partnership with Airbus will bolster their fleet of aerospace equipment, as they acquire ten H125 helicopters, a popular choice in the Nordic region due to its versatility in finance-intensive industries like technology and utility work. This strategic move aligns with Airbus' ambition to increase market share in the Nordic region, leveraging the H125's record-breaking 82% market share in 2023, making it the market leader in the intermediate single-engine helicopter category.
