IBA says leased helicopter fleet surpasses 10% in 2023, poised to hit 15% by 2030

IBA, the aviation market intelligence and advisory company, has reported that the leased helicopter fleet has exceeded ten percent in 2023 and is projected to reach a record 15% by the end of the decade.

With over 300 recorded lease transactions in both 2022 and 2023, the leasing market's growth has outpaced that of previous years. This surge is driven by a shift towards multi-role helicopters, which broadens their appeal and expands leasing options.

Experts from IBA, Kane Ray and Rami Abdel Aziz, provided insights on market trends for each helicopter weight category, the progress of deliveries, and the outlook for the emergency medical services (EMS) and offshore markets.

According to IBA's analysis, Airbus models H125, H135, and H145, along with Leonardo's AW139, are currently the most popular for lease placements. Growth is expected across all helicopter weight segments, though the heavy-class segment