Bristow Group has ordered six AW139 intermediate twin engine helicopters to support its Second-Generation Search and Rescue Aviation (UKSAR2G) programme, by the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA). The helicopter deliveries are expected to start in 2023 and to be completed in 2024. The new helicopters will join a fleet of nine AW189 super medium twin engine SAR helicopters. Gian Piero Cutillo, managing director Leonardo Helicopters, said: “This latest step supporting our key partner Bristow to meet major users’ needs is further testament to the outstanding capabilities of our best-selling AW139 as the aircraft of choice in its category for

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