The agreement includes two H130 helicopters for charter operations and one H125 helicopter for private use. The three helicopters will be based in Lavanta’s headquarters in the Antalya region. This marks Lavanta’s first entry into rotary-wing operations and its first purchase from Airbus Helicopters.

“Thanks to these helicopters, we plan to take the work we do at Lavanta Ray motor rental company to another level by providing helicopter rental services in the Antalya region,” said Serkan Ergül, Owner and General Manager of Lavanta. “We believe that by providing services in this area, we will fill an important gap in the industry.”

“Welcoming a new partner to the Airbus family is always a special occasion. We are proud they have chosen our aircraft to launch their helicopter operations,” said Ludovic Boistot, Head of Eastern Europe, Türkiye and Central Asia at Airbus Helicopters. “The H125 and H130 are among our most versatile and proven platforms, and we are confident they will deliver outstanding performance for Lavanta’s private and charter operations.”

The H125, a member of Airbus’ rugged and reliable Ecureuil family, is renowned for its high performance, especially in demanding environments. It remains the leader in the single-engine helicopter market with over 7,200 units delivered globally and more than 40 million flight hours accumulated.

The H130, with its spacious cabin and ultra-low noise footprint, is widely considered among charter and sightseeing operators worldwide. Its capacity to carry up to seven passengers makes it ideal for tourism and passenger transport missions, especially in scenic regions such as Antalya.

Lavanta’s helicopters will benefit from Airbus Helicopters’ global support and service network, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations from day one.