H160

Airbus Helicopters announces NHV Group has begun operating two H160 helicopters leased from GD Helicopter Finance (GDHF) to support oil, gas and offshore wind crew-change operations in Northern Europe. This entry into service marks a significant milestone in the global rollout of the H160, as the aircraft enters the European offshore energy market.

Hiroshima City Fire Services Bureau of Japan takes delivery of its first Airbus H160, becoming the world’s first firefighting operator of the type. The helicopter will enter into service in early 2026 and will be deployed for a wide range of public-service missions, including aerial firefighting, search-and-rescue, emergency medical, and disaster-response operations such as reconnaissance of affected areas.