Shell Brunei is evaluating the Eurocopter EC225 and new Sikorsky S-92 for a potential six-aircraft acquisition to support its fast growing offshore operation. Shell Brunei, which already operates a fleet of S-61s, is expected to select a new type within the next month.
Source: Flight International
Helicopter operator Avincis has seen its contract with the Spanish government for maritime search and rescue (SAR) services renewed for another five years.
Iraq has become the latest customer for the Airbus Helicopters H225M Caracal, placing an order for a dozen examples of the heavy-twin.
Light rotorcraft maker Robinson Helicopter Company and biotechnology firm United Therapeutics have recently ground-tested an R44 modified with hydrogen fuel cells, and the companies say test flights are imminent.
