Monacair acquires six H130 helicopters

Monacair has signed an order for six H130s. The company will use the the new helicopters on regular scheduled flights between Monaco Heliport to Nice International Airport.

The first commercial flight is planned for January 2016 with a flight every 15 minutes.

Based in Monaco, the operator manages a fleet of 20 helicopters, half of which are made by Airbus Helicopters. With purchase of these six H130 light helicopters, Monacair will operate its own helicopter fleet.

“We are really excited with this new challenge and I am sure our customers will appreciate the aircraft’s comfort and high visibility.”

Gilbert Schweitzer, managing director of Monacair said: “We are really excited with this new challenge and I am sure our customers will appreciate the aircraft’s comfort and high visibility. As in all other services proposed by Monacair, we want to offer the best to our clients and the H130 provides a unique travelling experience.”

The helicopter accommodates one pilot and up to six passengers.

“I want to thank Monacair for selecting the H130, which has the largest cabin of any single-engine rotorcraft in the world.”

Dominique Maudet, Airbus Helicopters executive vice president for Global Business and Services added: “I want to thank Monacair for selecting the H130, which has the largest cabin of any single-engine rotorcraft in the world. This contract is another step forward in our long-lasting relationship and I am confident that the H130 will provide a superior service and contribute to the success of our customer’s new venture.”