Airbus Helicopters has secured a contract from the Ministry of Defense of Ghana for four helicopters, comprising two H175M multi-mission platforms and two Airbus Corporate Helicopters models, one ACH175 and one ACH160.
Multi-mission role for H175M
According to Airbus Helicopters, the H175Ms will be employed across transport, search and rescue, emergency medical services, and disaster relief tasks. The ACH175 and ACH160 will be operated for government transport.
“The commitment from Ghana marks the return of Airbus Helicopters to the country with a defined focus on customer support and partnership,” said Arnaud Montalvo, Head of Africa and Middle East Region for Airbus Helicopters.
The H175M is the militarized derivative of the super-medium H175, first delivered in 2014 and widely used for offshore energy, public service and SAR missions. The ACH160 and ACH175 represent Airbus’ corporate helicopter line, incorporating upgraded interiors and cabin configurations tailored for executive transport.
Airbus Helicopters did not disclose delivery timelines or contract value.
Airbus pushes deeper into African market
Airbus Helicopters reports a growing African footprint, with more than 500 of its rotorcraft in service across the continent in roles ranging from law enforcement and anti-poaching to medevac and offshore support.
The order adds to a series of recent African helicopter campaigns as governments and companies on the continent recapitalize fleets. Recent deals include Morocco’s order for ten H225M combat search-and-rescue helicopters and Bristow Group’s plan to introduce up to five H160s for offshore energy operations in Nigeria.
The division’s financial performance has tracked this momentum. In the first nine months of 2025, Airbus Helicopters posted $6.6 billion (€5.7 billion) in revenue, up 16% year-on-year, as deliveries climbed to 218 aircraft compared to 190 a year earlier. EBIT Adjusted also increased to $576 million (€495 million).