The Sikorsky S-76D will support Pawan Hans’ onshore and offshore helicopter operations in India.
Milestone Aviation recently confirmed the lease of six Sikorsky S-76D helicopters to Pawan Hans Ltd. Pawan Hans is owned by the Government of India and falls under the ambit of the Ministry of Civil Aviation in India.
The helicopters of Pawan Hans play a crucial role in the Indian economy by carrying cargo load and passengers. They are also used in the exploration of crude oil. The Sikorsky S-76D will support Pawan Hans’ onshore and offshore helicopter operations in India, two of which have been contracted to operate for the Government of India’s Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (“ONGC”).
Michael York, Head of Emerging Markets at Milestone said, “The S-76D is a new helicopter platform type for Pawan Hans that will enhance their operations with greater capabilities and advanced technologies. Through this transaction, we are not only cultivating a new operator for the S-76D but also starting a long-term relationship between Milestone and Pawan Hans.”
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In addition to the six helicopters, five of which have already been delivered, Milestone and Sikorsky are providing them with comprehensive value and sustainment packages to support the phasing-in of this new helicopter type into its fleet.
