Lagos, Nigeria, 30 June 2026 – Airbus Helicopters and Kasi Healthcare have signed an agreement for the procurement of up to two Airbus H135 helicopters for emergency medical services. This agreement, which was announced during the 3rd Nigeria Airlift 2026 Forum, marks a significant milestone in the development of advanced emergency medical a
With this agreement, Kasi Healthcare becomes the first customer for the HEMS-configured Airbus H135 helicopter in Nigeria, introducing a purpose-built aircraft solution designed specifically to support critical medical missions, emergency response, patient transfers, and life-saving aeromedical operations
“We are incredibly proud to pioneer the introduction of the HEMS-configured Airbus H135 in Nigeria,” said Dr. Dayo Osholowu, the medical director at KASI Healthcare. “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.”
“The H135 is a perfect choice for Kasi Healthcare as they develop a sustainable HEMS ecosystem in Nigeria,” said Fabrice Rochereau, Head of Sales for Africa at Airbus Helicopters. “The H135 has proven itself globally as the premier choice for emergency medical missions due to its high performance and versatile cabin layout. This agreement underscores our commitment to supporting the expansion of life-saving air medical capabilities across West Africa,” he added.
This strategic investment by Kasi Healthcare aims to strengthen Nigeria’s emergency healthcare infrastructure. Beyond aircraft acquisition, the partnership includes comprehensive support from Airbus Helicopters to build local capacity, focusing on HEMS flight crew training and pilot development as well as aircraft engineer training and technical capability building. Airbus will also assist with maintenance support infrastructure as well as operational support to ensure international standards of safety and reliability.
The partnership between Kasi Healthcare and Airbus Helicopters represents a major step towards positioning Nigeria as a regional leader in air medical services across the energy and public safety sectors, improving access to emergency medical care, and supporting national healthcare transformation objectives
The H135 is the undisputed leader in the HEMS market, known for its high safety standards, compact footprint, and low sound levels. Equipped with the Helionix digital avionics suite and a 4-axis autopilot, it offers an ideal platform for primary and secondary medical missions, providing a spacious and flexible cabin layout for medical crews and their equipment.
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