LISBOA, 28 August 2024 – Avincis has received today two H145 five-bladed (D3) helicopters to EMS missions in Italy and Sweden. The delivery ceremony was celebrated at Airbus Helicopters facility in Donauwörth, Germany.
Both aircraft will be deployed in Avincis HEMS (Helicopter Emergency Medical Services) fleet. One will the join in Italy, strengthening operations across Avincis network of Italian bases.
The other H145 D3 will join the Avincis fleet in Stockholm, Sweden, supporting its customers needs in the region. Two further H145 five-bladed will be delivered to support its Swedish EMS partners in early 2025.
Avincis has a long-term partnership with prominent lessor, LCI, and already has lease agreements with the company covering a wide range of units and types. All of these aircraft perform mission critical activities across various countries. The four additional helicopters will join the Avincis LCI portfolio.
The Avincis global fleet currently includes around 60 Airbus Helicopters, which are critical to delivering safe, reliable and consistent operations from its bases across Europe, Africa and South America.
“The delivery of these aircraft supports our confidence in the potential of the global emergency aviation services market and fulfils the requirements of our near and long-term fleet strategy. The H145 five-bladed is a versatile and reliable aircraft, which has proven capability in the field, aligning to Avincis’ commitment to operational and safety excellence». “Our established, trusting relationships with Airbus and LCI demonstrate our continued commitment to expanding as a world-class group in emergency aviation services.” John Boag, Group CEO, Avincis.
“In taking delivery of our H145 five-bladed helicopters for HEMS missions in Italy and Sweden, Avincis and LCI will benefit from a helicopter which has already proven to be an integral tool for life saving missions with many customers around the world. We are proud that the H145 will again provide support to people when they need it most.” Axel Humpert, Head of H145 programme at Airbus Helicopters.
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