HeliOps Somerton Granted Part 145 Approval

Posted: 14th April, 2020

The UK MAA has granted HeliOperations Part 145 approval for its brand new Base Maintenance and Storage Facility in Somerton near RNAS Yeovilton. The facility will be used for the storage and on-site maintenance of military registered air systems and components. HeliOperations will now transfer its Sea Kings and associated engineering stores and other equipment to HeliOps Somerton from HMS Sultan, to be maintained by in this first-class facility by HeliOps’ own engineers.

CAA Approved AW139 NVIS Operations and Training

11th May, 2026

HeliOperations has officially received UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) approval for Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) operations and training on the AW139 platform - marking a significant milestone in the…

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Drone Certification Agency

17th April, 2026

HeliOperations is pleased to announce the launch of Drone Certification Agency (DCA), a new sister company dedicated to supporting the testing, evaluation and certification of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). DCA…

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AW139 Fleet Expansion Announced at European Rotors

20th November, 2025

We’re pleased to confirm the continued expansion of our AW139 helicopter fleet, following a formal contract signing at the European Rotors Show in Cologne on 19 November. The agreement, made…

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