Bristow Helicopters, founded in 1952 and headquartered in the United Kingdom, is a leading helicopter operator specializing in offshore transportation, search and rescue, and emergency services across multiple continents. The company primarily serves the oil and gas industry, providing crew transport and logistics support to offshore platforms, while also operating government contracts for air ambulance and rescue missions. Bristow maintains significant operations in the North Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Asia-Pacific, and other regions with substantial offshore industries, operating a substantial fleet of rotorcraft. As a specialist helicopter operator rather than a fixed-wing airline, Bristow does not offer traditional cabin classes or frequent flyer programs, instead focusing on charter and contract-based services for corporate and governmental clients. The company is recognized as one of the world's largest independent helicopter services providers, with a reputation for safety and reliability in demanding operational environments.
12 Mo Incidents
0
Ave Fleet Age
25y
Seat Capacity
391
Total Aircraft
70
Current Fleet
Sikorsky Aircraft SIKORSKY S-92A
31
Unknown Leonardo AW139
11
Agustawestland Ltd AGUSTA AW189
6
Agustawestland Spa AGUSTA AW139
5
Agustawestland Philadelphia Corporation AGUSTA AW139
5
Agustawestland Spa AGUSTA AW189
3
Unknown Sikorsky S-92A Helibus
2
Agustawestland AW.139
1
Embraer ERJ-145LU
1
Leonardo Spa AW189
1
Eurocopter EC155 B1
1
Agusta Spa AGUSTA AW139
1
Sikorsky Aircraft Sikorsky S-92A
1
Sikorsky Sikorsky S-92A Helibus
1
Top Owners
Bristow Helicopters Ltd
53
Bristow Helicopters
1
Bristow Helicopters Limited
1
Bristow Norway As
1