By Spy Uganda
Uganda’s BAR Aviation has signed a purchase agreement with Bell for 412EPI helicopter. The aircraft will be used to provide medical evacuation services and support for oil and gas projects.
Bar Aviation is the largest, leading solution and service-oriented Ugandan Airline. It is an aviation company recognized and licensed by the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) to carry out Domestic, regional and international flights.
In January 2021, it became the first Ugandan operator to take delivery of a Bell 505. The helicopter was the first EMS-configured 505 in the whole of Africa.
“We pride ourselves on going beyond our clients’ expectations by providing an exceptionally broad spectrum of aviation services with a robust team of knowledgeable and experienced professionals who believe in client satisfaction – and we do so by operating Bell aircraft,” said BAR’s CEO, Barak Orland.
He added, “BAR Aviation is very excited to be adding the Bell 412EPI to strengthen its growing rotary-wing fleet, thus contributing to the success of its various missions.”
“Barak Orland is a visionary, and we are so proud to be associated with him and the BAR Aviation family,” stated Sameer Rehman, Bell’s managing director, Africa and the Middle East. “Bell looks forward to further strengthening our relationship with BAR Aviation to enhance its service offerings in Uganda and beyond.”
According to the manufacturer, more than 1,100 Bell 412s have been delivered worldwide, with 160 currently operating in Africa and the Middle East.
