Digital rendering of Kasi Healthcare’s Airbus H135.
Airbus Helicopters and Nigeria’s Kasi Healthcare have signed an agreement for up to two H135 helicopters, making Kasi Healthcare the first operator in Nigeria to order the aircraft in its Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) configuration.
The deal will strengthen the country’s emergency medical services and healthcare infrastructure, with the helicopters expected to improve rapid medical response and also support operations in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.
Purpose-built for HEMS, the H135 is designed for critical medical missions, patient transfers and life-saving aeromedical operations.
Dr. Dayo Osholowu, Medical Director of Kasi Healthcare, said the agreement represents important progress for the organization and country.
“This strategic investment transforms our ability to provide rapid, life-saving patient transfers and critical care in transit. Partnering with Airbus allows us to elevate national healthcare standards and deliver dependable emergency response when and where it is needed most,” he said.
Fabrice Rochereau, Head of Sales for Africa at Airbus Helicopters, said the H135 is a “perfect choice” for Kasi Healthcare as it builds a sustainable HEMS ecosystem in Nigeria.
“The H135 has proven itself globally as the premier choice for emergency medical missions due to its high performance and versatile cabin layout,” he said.
Airbus Helicopters will support the development of local expertise, including training for flight crews, pilots and engineers, as well as building technical and maintenance capabilities. The manufacturer will also provide operational support to help maintain internationally recognized safety and reliability standards.
The H135 is known for its advanced safety features, compact size and low noise levels, and is equipped with the Helionix digital avionics suite and a four-axis autopilot—making it suited to both primary and secondary emergency medical missions.
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