Airbus Books Order for Eight Helicopters in Saudi Arabia

08:11 AM EDT, 07/20/2026 (MT Newswires) -- Airbus (AIR.PA) unit Airbus Helicopters secured a firm order for eight additional H145 helicopters from Saudi Arabia-based The Helicopter Co. The order is part of the French aircraft manufacturer's 2024 framework agreement with the commercial helicopter operator, which covered the delivery of up to 120 helicopters over three to five years, according to a Monday release. Airbus expects to deliver the eight helicopters between 2027 and 2028.