Malaysian aviation operator Weststar Aviation Services announced, at the ongoing airshow, the launch of the country’s largest ever government helicopter expansion and modernization programme in partnership with Leonardo, and the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Melaka...
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Malaysian aviation operator Weststar Aviation Services announced, at the ongoing airshow, the launch of the country’s largest ever government helicopter expansion and modernization programme in partnership with Leonardo, and the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Melaka State Government to develop an Aviation Centre of Excellence at Melaka International Airport (LTAM).
The announcements were made during the ongoing Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) 2025 in the presence of Prime Minister YAB Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, the Chief Minister of Melaka, YAB Datuk Seri Utama Ab Rauf bin Yusoh, and key dignitaries from Malaysia and Italy.
Weststar in partnership with Leonardo will deliver up to 28 new-generation helicopters to meet a wide range of national defence, security, and emergency response needs. These aircraft will be leased to the Malaysian Government for a 15-year period, with deliveries scheduled primarily between 2026 and 2027. Leonardo will also provide localized support and training services to ensure long-term operational readiness.
“This is a historic milestone for Weststar and Malaysia,” said Tan Sri Dr. Syed Azman Syed Ibrahim, Chairman of Weststar Aviation. “This initiative reaffirms our commitment to supporting national defence and public service agencies with world-class aviation solutions. We are proud to work alongside Leonardo to ensure the Malaysian Government has the tools and technologies it needs to serve and protect our nation.”
The helicopters cover various configurations, including the AW149 for the Royal Malaysian Air Force and Army, and other models for the Royal Malaysian Police and Bomba (Fire and Rescue Department) that will support missions such as combat search and rescue (CSAR), transport, law enforcement, firefighting, EMS, SAR, and disaster relief.
Weststar Aviation’s MoU with the Melaka State Government is to develop a comprehensive Aviation Centre of Excellence at LTAM. The facility will include a Helicopter Flight Training Centre, Helicopter Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) Hub and Helicopter Logistics Hub.
The project, located on a proposed 17.1-acre site at LTAM, aims to create employment opportunities for Melaka residents and to enhance Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), particularly in aviation engineering
There will be a two-year period to finalize technical and commercial details.
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