Westair Helicopters S.r.l.

Westair Helicopters is an Italian commercial air transport operator. The company says it puts safety and quality first in its helicopter operations. It mainly serves the oil and gas industry across Europe and Africa, and it says it is expanding its fleet and services for oil and gas clients.

The fleet has 14 medium to high capacity helicopters, each carrying from 9 to 16 passengers. There are 3 Leonardo AW189, 7 Leonardo AW139 and 4 Leonardo AW169 helicopters. The company also announces the upcoming introduction of the Airbus H225, a super medium helicopter.

Offshore crew change is a core service. Westair provides access to offshore production platforms, drilling rigs and vessels for technical staff. Offshore transportation covers both people and equipment, and the company supports the operational needs of its oil and gas clients with timely and efficient flights.

Westair also provides search and rescue services with specially trained pilots and rescue crews. Its helicopters are configured for critical rescue missions. Its MEDEVAC service is staffed by experienced doctors and paramedics, and the company refers customers to its Medical Rescue Africa partner. VIP and business transfer flights are offered for people who need fast and discreet travel.

The company operates in eight countries: Namibia, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Congo, Romania and Malta. It also has temporary locations in Mauritania and Sao Tome. Its permanent bases are at Oranjemund and Luderitz in Namibia, Pointe Noire in Congo, Port Gentil in Gabon, Malabo in Equatorial Guinea and Tusla in Romania.

Westair has a team of 150 people. Oil and gas clients include Shell, TotalEnergies, Chevron, Eni, Petronas and ExxonMobil. Its shareholders are Weststar Aviation Services of Malaysia, Westair Aviation of Namibia and Avico Group of France.

The company's headquarters is at the MXP Business Park near Milan Malpensa Airport Terminal 1. Customers and partners can get in touch about services and career opportunities, and a map shows its locations.

Services

• Offshore crew change
• Offshore transportation of personnel and equipment
• Search and rescue (LIM-SAR)
• MEDEVAC and emergency medical services
• VIP and business transfers
• Helicopter fleet of AW139, AW169 and AW189