From single-engine turboprops covering remote terrain to twin-engine helicopters serving densely populated regions, mission profile and operational environment underpin procurement choices.

The new helicopter going into operation follows the 18-month-long Heli2 Appeal, which successfully raised GBP 2.85 million towards the second AW169 aircraft for the charity thanks to the support of many people.

The aircraft was ferried from Italy and completed outfitting at Gama Aviation before final operational checks at the charity’s Newquay base.