PHI Aviation has introduced a pair of Airbus H175 helicopters to its offshore energy support fleet in Australia. The recently delivered twins are based at Broome in Western Australia, with more H175s set to arrive from Europe in the next few months.
The operator expects to tap the H175’s range of up to 600 nm to connect energy company sites across large territories. The aircraft can carry up to 18 passengers, cruising at 155 knots and powered by a pair of Pratt & Whitney PT6C-67E turboshafts.
PHI also has bases at Exmouth in Western Australia and at Darwin in the Northern Territory. The company, which has operations worldwide, is also active in services including search-and-rescue and marine transfers. Its customers also include hospitals, air medical organizations, and government agencies.
“These state-of-the-art aircraft are a significant addition to our growing fleet in Australia,” said Cory Latiolais, PHI Aviation’s chief operating officer for the Asia-Pacific region. “They elevate our operational capabilities while reinforcing our commitment to sustainable innovation and delivering world-class service to our clients.”