Zis: I have now come across this ..
The Gulf of Mexico operations were started in 1979 with Bristow's acquisition of Texas-based Offshore Helicopters Inc. Renamed Bristow Offshore Helicopters Inc. (BOHI), the operation closed down within two years, however.
History of Bristow Helicopters Ltd. – FundingUniverse
Never heard of Offshore Helicopters Inc. before. It would be interesting to learn something more about them.
I don't suppose Bob Suggs took kindly to Alan's presence in the Gulf in the late 70's!