Word around the campfire is that Australian Helicopters have been advised that they are the preferred Tender for two MAS contracts in Vic. Two brand new Bell 412 EP will be purchased off the line and configured for respective aircraft roles and MAS config specs.
First Aircraft to go on line first quarter 09 at Essendon. Crew will be two pilots only to conduct IHT/NEONATAL TFR work. No winch requirement just straight EMS retrievals.
Second Bell 412 will be SPIFR and based out of Warrnambool. Operation to commence Jun 09 with A new facility at Warrnambool Airport to be raised also.
Congrats to all concerned.
