SKYCO Leasing Orders Six More Airbus H175 Helicopters for Offshore Operations

ZHUHAI, China – SKYCO International Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. has expanded its investment in advanced rotorcraft by ordering six additional Airbus H175 helicopters, further cementing its role in supporting China’s offshore energy industry and strengthening ties with Airbus Helicopters.

The newly signed deal builds upon SKYCO’s initial order in 2024, bringing the total number of H175 helicopters ordered by the company to 12.

Strengthening a Strategic Partnership

Signed on July 18, 2025, the agreement highlights a deepening partnership between:

• SKYCO Leasing
• Airbus Helicopters
• China Southern Airlines General Aviation Company Limited (CSAGA)

The six new aircraft will be leased to CSAGA, a premier general aviation operator in China, which will deploy them primarily for offshore transport missions.

Supporting China’s Offshore Energy Sector

The H175 helicopters will be configured specifically for offshore energy operations, including:

• Crew transfer to oil & gas platforms
• Logistics and cargo missions
• Operations in challenging maritime weather

This move aligns with China’s growing offshore infrastructure, particularly in the South China Sea and East China Sea energy corridors, where reliability and range are critical.

H175: A Proven Global Performer

Developed for super-medium class missions, the Airbus H175 has been in service since 2014 and is renowned for:

• Long-range capability
• High payload capacity
• Superior flight comfort
• Advanced Helionix avionics suite

As of mid-2025:

• 71 H175s delivered globally
• Over 250,000 flight hours accumulated
• Deployed across offshore oil & gas, SAR, disaster relief, and VIP transport

Colin James, Managing Director of Airbus Helicopters in China, remarked:

“The H175 is a state-of-the-art platform trusted worldwide. We appreciate SKYCO’s continued confidence, and this collaboration will enhance CSAGA’s operations with world-class capability.”

Catalyzing Guangdong’s Low-Altitude Economy

The deal represents more than just a fleet expansion; it reinforces Guangdong Province’s ambition to:

• Lead the general aviation industry in China
• Grow the low-altitude airspace economy
• Localize high-tech aviation operations through international partnerships

Conclusion: A Strong Signal of Confidence in Airbus H175

This latest order from SKYCO:

• Enhances China’s offshore aviation capacity
• Reflects Airbus’s growing market share in Asia
• Positions the H175 as a strategic enabler in China’s aviation modernization drive

With CSAGA operating the fleet, the H175 will continue to prove its worth in demanding maritime environments while paving the way for further industrial collaboration between Airbus, SKYCO, and Chinese aviation authorities.