GDHF to deliver two Airbus H160s to a customer in China

GDHF has acquired two H160s.

GD Helicopter Finance (GDHF) has acquired two new multi-mission H160 helicopters to be leased to an unnamed customer in China.

Speaking ahead of Helicopter Investor’s two-day London 2026 conference, Michael York, CEO, GDHF said: “We are very proud to complete the acquisition and lease of our ninth and tenth H160 helicopters.

“This transaction is an important growth marker for GDHF, highlighting the versality and strength of our order book, our close partnerships with Airbus, our financiers and our customers. GDHF continues to deliver high-quality, next-generation helicopters that enable bespoke solutions for our customers.”

The two Airbus H160s are part of the lessor’s order book of 50 x H160 helicopters.

Régis Magnac, head of Energy, Leasing and Global Accounts, Airbus Helicopters said the acquisition highlights the global confidence in the H160 as a highly efficient, multi-mission platform.

“With its advanced technology, increased fuel efficiency, and exceptional reliability, the H160 is perfectly suited for demanding operations,” said Magnac. “We value our strong partnership with GDHF and look forward to supporting their continued fleet expansion.”

Helicopter Investor London

GDHF and Airbus Helicopters will join a host of leading rotary companies at our Helicopter Investor London 2026 conference, which opens tomorrow in the capital.

On Tuesday morning, York will explain how GDHF, now in its third year, is fulfilling operator and end-user needs for new technology helicopters to enable cost effective fleet renewals.

Airbus Helicopters head of Marketing David Prevor will join the panel Is the market balanced? This session considers how to ensure growth in the civil rotary market remains sustainable.

Read the full conference agenda here.