Victoria, British Columbia, Canada – VIH Aerospace (VIHA - www.vihaerospace.com), a leading provider of helicopter maintenance, manufacturing, repair and overhaul (MMRO) services is exhibiting at the Helicopter Association Canada 2015 Conference (BOOTH # 618) in Vancouver, British Columbia Canada from November 13-15, 2015.
Arne Arneson, General Manager of VIH Aerospace explains that 2015 has been a banner year for business as well as one that is ushering in key changes that will positively impact the helicopter market in coming years.
He explains that in addition to its historical MRO services, in recent years VIH Aerospace has expanded its range of capability to include Supplemental Type Certificate development; where it has engineered and manufactured a wide range of auxiliary and mission-specific equipment for practically all aircraft types it supports; in roles ranging from utility operations to helicopter firefighting; Search and Rescue, Offshore Oil and Gas/Exploration, and several others.
‘In 2015, VIH Aerospace became a significant player in the aerospace manufacturing sector. We have developed and continue to grow market share by attracting various rotary and fixed wing operators, mission equipment specialists and OEMS,’ says Arneson. He concludes by stating that additions to the VIH Aerospace services and product mix are anticipated for 2016.
At HAC 2015, VIH Aerospace will focus on meeting with helicopter operators and industry organizations interested in utilizing its best-in-class MMRO services; and its range of STC solutions that provide for highly cost-effective, safe and reliable operations.
VIHA offers a comprehensive suite of services including:
aircraft refurbishment/completions, structural repair, component overhaul, paint, avionics and electrical installations, modification and upgrades, scheduled inspections, product engineering, Supplemental Type Certificate Development and parts/special operations equipment sales.
Aircraft types supported by VIHA include:
- Sikorsky S-92/S-61/S-76
- Bell Helicopter 205/206/212/407/222/230
- Airbus AS350/EC-120/130 and soon EC-135.
About VIH Aerospace
VIH Aerospace services include airframe & component MRO, Engineering & Design, Fabrication & Refurbishment,
Avionics & Electrical & Non-Destructive Testing; all performed to Original Equipment Manufacturer specification and in accordance to aviation industry regulatory bodies and organizations.