{"id":8857,"date":"2024-11-06T16:30:16","date_gmt":"2024-11-06T15:30:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dgualdo.it\/wpmain\/?p=8857"},"modified":"2024-11-06T16:30:16","modified_gmt":"2024-11-06T15:30:16","slug":"bristow-and-leonardo-finalize-long-term-support-and-training-agreements-for-aw139-and-aw189-helicopters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dgualdo.it\/wpmain\/bristow-and-leonardo-finalize-long-term-support-and-training-agreements-for-aw139-and-aw189-helicopters\/world_news\/11\/2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Bristow and Leonardo finalize long-term support and training agreements for AW139 and AW189 helicopters."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"387\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dgualdo.it\/wpmain\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1-600x387.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8859\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dgualdo.it\/wpmain\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1-600x387.png 600w, https:\/\/www.dgualdo.it\/wpmain\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1-300x193.png 300w, https:\/\/www.dgualdo.it\/wpmain\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1-768x495.png 768w, https:\/\/www.dgualdo.it\/wpmain\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1-1024x660.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.dgualdo.it\/wpmain\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1.png 1120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">PRESS RELEASE &#8211; Houston and Rome,\u00a0 06 November 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bristow and Leonardo have finalized a long-term support package extending into the next decade for the AW139 and AW189 helicopter fleets, providing enhanced maintenance and operations efficiency.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A new AW139 full flight simulator will be introduced in Aberdeen, Scotland beginning in 2026, strengthening training capabilities alongside the existing AW189 simulator.\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bristow will add four new AW189 helicopters to its offshore energy services fleet by 2025 and 2026, supporting its strategic growth objectives and contractual demands.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL), the global leader in innovative and sustainable vertical flight solutions, and Leonardo, a global leader in aerospace, defence &amp; security, announced they have finalized a series of long-term agreements that will enhance global fleet support and training for the AW139 and AW189 helicopters, extending into the next decade. These agreements reinforce the strong relationship between the two companies and provides continued support for operations in key markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The finalized package includes the following support highlights applicable to Bristow\u2019s global fleet:<br>&#8211; Enhanced Power-by-the-Hour (PBH) agreements for search and rescue (SAR) operations and offshore energy services (OES) helicopters, providing tailored maintenance and operational efficiency.&nbsp;<br>&#8211; A long-term AW189 simulator training agreement in Aberdeen, Scotland, supporting critical pilot training needs.<br>&#8211; The introduction of an AW139 full flight simulator in Aberdeen beginning in 2026, alongside the existing AW189 simulator, complementing an already robust training center to support fleet operations in the North Sea.<br>&#8211; An enhanced global fleet support agreement, covering key performance indicators (KPIs), inventory management, training, Health and Usage Monitoring Systems (HUMS), and other Leonardo-provided services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bristow will introduce four new AW189 helicopters into its OES business, scheduled to enter service in 2025 and 2026. The four new AW189 helicopters are part of a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristowgroup.com\/news-media\/press-releases\/detail\/552\/bristow-upgrades-fleet-with-new-aw189-helicopters-to-meet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">previously announced order earlier this year<\/a>&nbsp;and are expected to provide added flexibility to Bristow\u2019s fleet planning as well as diversification across Bristow\u2019s fleet mix.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThese additions align with Bristow\u2019s strategic objectives to enhance operational capability and meet contractual demands,\u201d said Stu Stavley, Bristow\u2019s Chief Operating Officer for Offshore Energy Services. \u201cThe finalization of these long-term support and training agreements will support Bristow\u2019s ability to meet the evolving needs of both our Government Services and Offshore Energy Services operations.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe renewed Global Support and Training Agreement for the AW139 and AW189 demonstrates Leonardo\u2019s commitment to providing state-of-the-art solutions,\u201d said Paul de Jonge Van Ellemeet, SVP Commercial Market Development &amp; Global Accounts. \u201cBy offering full component coverage service plans, localized technical support, and access to our advanced simulators and courses, we are ensuring Bristow continues to operate at the highest level of efficiency and safety as they also keep expanding their fleet of Leonardo helicopters.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PRESS RELEASE &#8211; Houston and Rome,\u00a0 06 November 2024 Bristow Group Inc. 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