Derazona Helicopters in Indonesia has taken delivery of its first H160 by Airbus Helicopters, marking the entry of the type into the country and the wider Southeast Asian energy market. The multi-mission H160 will bolster the Indonesian operator's fleet and will be deployed for offshore energy missions as well as utility and commercial passenger transportation.

“The arrival of our first H160 marks an exciting chapter for Derazona Helicopters. As the pioneer operator of this aircraft for energy missions in Southeast Asia, we are eager to deploy its unique capabilities to serve our various clients with the highest levels of safety and efficiency. The H160's proven performance will be key to reinforcing our position as a leader in helicopter services in Southeast Asia,” says Bapak Ramadi Widyardiono, director of production, Derazona Helicopters.

“We are proud to see the H160 enter service in Southeast Asia, cementing our relationship with Derazona as they become the region's launch customer for energy missions,” says Regis Magnac, vice president and head of energy, leasing and global accounts at Airbus Helicopters. “The H160 represents a true generational leap, built to be an efficient, reliable and comfortable workhorse, perfectly suited for the demanding operational requirements of the Indonesian energy sector. This delivery is a significant milestone that underscores the aircraft's global appeal and its ability to redefine standards in offshore transport.”

The H160 is one of the world's most technologically advanced helicopters, designed and built to deliver the highest levels of operational safety while providing unmatched comfort for rotorcraft in its class. Capable of performing wide-ranging missions including law enforcement, offshore transportation, search and rescue, private and business aviation, and emergency medical services, the H160 has entered into service in Brazil, Canada, China, France, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, U.K., U.S. and many other European countries.