With the door closed, it’s time for takeoff.


Fleet Expansion and Offshore Challenges


NHV replaced and expanded from smaller helicopters to larger advanced models to meet the growing demands of the offshore sector. Key aircraft included the EC155, EC225 Super Puma, H175, AW139, AW169, H145, and AS365. The U.K. led the offshore flying industry by adopting flight safety concepts, promoting twin-engine helicopters and a two-crew system. However, countries like Denmark lacked domestic manufacturers and depended on foreign OEMs.


The EC155 and AS365 became Denmark’s first safety enhanced offshore helicopters with DanCopter, formed in 2003, taking over some Maersk


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contracts. The introduction of the EC225 in 2012 was a significant milestone, transporting up to 19 workers. Yet the aircraft faced challenges: a crash in 2012 led to an industry-wide grounding, and a fatal 2016 incident at Bergen, Norway, resulted in the removal of EC225s from North Sea operations and the closure of several operators.


In 2015, NHV Group acquired DanCopter, beginning a new era for Denmark’s offshore business. Post-EC225, all oil and gas customers rejected new helicopter models. NHV turned to the Airbus H175, which became the preferred choice due to its smaller cabin size and better fit for NHV’s operations. Despite fewer seats, the H175 achieved nearly full occupancy. NHV’s commitment to safety and quality


earned numerous certifications, reflecting its high standards in maintenance and training, thereby ensuring readiness for offshore challenges.


Strategic Partnerships and Collaborations


Base Manager Gitte Eriksen shared that NHV’s selection for the Danish oil and gas operations was based on its competitive tender bid that prioritized a high quality product, strong safety policy, and competitive pricing. She explained, “We assess the best helicopter type based on the customer’s needs – flight distance, passenger count – and aim to offer the best value in terms of price, payload, and flight time.”


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