Europavia, an official Airbus Helicopters distributor, is also an affiliated service centre located in Bern, Switzerland, offering operators in the region services such as spare parts, overhaul and repairs.

Scandinavian Helicopter Group (SHG) and Europavia are among the first customers to place an order for the latest T2 variant of the EC130 helicopter.

Switzerland's Heli Bernina is upgrading its fleet with the emphasis on safety. The charter operator says good forward planning will enable clients to enjoy the benefits much earlier than might be expected through "normal channels."