{"id":22653,"date":"2026-03-05T11:00:17","date_gmt":"2026-03-05T11:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/projectcargoglobal.com\/?p=22653"},"modified":"2026-03-05T11:00:17","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T11:00:17","slug":"saxon-air-celebrates-ten-years-as-a-rotary-operator","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/projectcargoglobal.com\/?p=22653","title":{"rendered":"Saxon Air celebrates ten years as a rotary operator"},"content":{"rendered":"

In a landmark moment for the business, Saxon Air has introduced a brand-new Agusta AW139, registration G-MCFC, to its managed fleet, representing a significant step change in size, capability and operational reach. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Now in its tenth year as a rotary operator, the addition of the 2025-built AW139 marks one of the most substantial fleet milestones in the company\u2019s history. Operating exclusively for charter through Saxon Air, elevating the operator\u2019s heavy twin capability and strengthens its position as a leading end-to-end helicopter solutions provider in the UK. <\/p>\n

Widely regarded as the flagship of the global medium twin market, the AW139 sets the benchmark for performance, range and versatility. With increased payload capacity, extended endurance and a refined seven-seat executive configuration, G-MCFC enables Saxon Air to support more complex, higher-capacity and longer-range charter missions than ever before. <\/p>\n

The aircraft\u2019s performance allows for seamless international operations, including direct routes to Paris and key European destinations, significantly enhancing Saxon Air\u2019s cross-border charter capability. <\/p>\n

Bringing an aircraft of this scale and capability onto the Air Operator Certificate (AOC) follows months of detailed operational planning, regulatory preparation and infrastructure alignment, reflecting a substantial investment in both capability and long-term growth. <\/p>\n

Configured for executive charter yet built on a platform trusted globally for demanding commercial and offshore missions, the AW139 combines comfort with operational robustness. Its versatility enables Saxon Air to deliver everything from high-level executive transport and time-critical itineraries to multi-sector European schedules – all while maintaining the safety, discretion and service standards the company is known for. <\/p>\n

Head of Rotary Sales, Miles Riches, commented: \u201cThe introduction of the Agusta AW139 to our managed fleet marks a defining milestone for Saxon Air. Bringing an aircraft of this size and capability onto our AOC demonstrates both the scale of our ambition and our continued commitment to investing in the very best for our clients. <\/p>\n

The AW139 is widely recognised as one of the industry\u2019s flagship platforms. Having G-MCFC available exclusively through Saxon Air allows us to deliver greater payload, extended range and increased flexibility across both UK and European charter operations. It\u2019s a significant step forward in what we can now offer.\u201d <\/p>\n

Based at Elstree and supported by Saxon Air\u2019s established rotary infrastructure, the addition of G-MCFC further strengthens the company\u2019s heavy twin credentials. The AW139 platform\u2019s global reputation across VIP, offshore and specialist operations reflect a level of operational maturity and reliability that aligns with Saxon Air\u2019s expanding footprint in both executive and commercial markets. <\/p>\n

As fleet expansion continues across both light and heavy twin categories, the introduction of the AW139 represents Saxon Air\u2019s strategy to provide scalable, mission-appropriate aircraft solutions, ensuring clients have access to the right platform for every requirement. <\/p>\n

In its tenth year of rotary operations, Saxon Air\u2019s latest addition signals not just growth in numbers, but a clear evolution in capability. <\/p>\n

 
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