Falcon Aviation Services (FAS) of Abu Dhabi, UAE, has signed orders for two AW189 super medium helicopters in offshore configuration.

The contract will expand FAS’ fleet of AgustaWestland helicopters, which already includes light helicopters such as Grand, GrandNew and will shortly include the new AW169.

The AW189 was designed in response to the growing market demand for a versatile, affordable, multirole medium twin engine helicopter, said the head of AW commercial office in Abu Dhabi. The new 8.3-tonne AW189 is optimised for oil and gas offshore transport and SAR missions.

The spacious cabin is configured with up to a 19-seat layout. The cockpit design, incorporating the latest in advanced situational awareness technologies, reduces crew workload and enhances safety. The AW189 meets the latest international regulatory safety requirements (EASA / FAA Part 29, JAR OPS 3 / EU-OPS). The model also has a 50 minute ‘run-dry’ capable main gear box, exceeding current certification standards and offering unmatched safety and reliability for offshore operations.

The AW189 is part of the AgustaWestland Family of new generation helicopters that includes the AW169 and AW139 models, possessing the same high performance flight characteristics and safety features as well as sharing a common cockpit layout, design philosophy and maintenance concept. – TradeArabia News Service