Abu Dhabi Aviation
The UAE's largest helicopter operator, founded in 1975, flying offshore, VIP and charter services from Abu Dhabi. Helicopter counts from its published fleet summary.
- Fleet
- 54 aircraft
- Flagship
- Bell 412
- Base
- Abu Dhabi
- Licence
- Listed
The Abu Dhabi Aviation Bell 412
Abu Dhabi Aviation flies 22 Bell 412s, 41% of its 54-aircraft fleet.
- Category
- Helicopter
- Manufacturer
- Bell
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The full Abu Dhabi Aviation fleet
54 aircraft across 5 types. Open any aircraft for specs, photos and who else flies it.
Every registration (54)+
| Aircraft | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Bell 412 | · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · |
| Leonardo AW139 | · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · |
| Bell 212 | · · · · · · · · · · · |
| Leonardo AW169 | · |
| Airbus H135 |
Who built the Abu Dhabi Aviation fleet
Abu Dhabi Aviation at a glance
UAE Air Operator Certificate AT-0001, issued by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
- Cleared for EuropeOn the EASA list of authorised third country operators (ARE-0018, list of 16 October 2026).
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Ask a specialistHow many aircraft does Abu Dhabi Aviation have?+
54: 22 Bell 412, 17 Leonardo AW139, 12 Bell 212, 2 Leonardo AW169 and 1 Airbus H135.
Is Abu Dhabi Aviation licensed to fly charter?+
Yes. Abu Dhabi Aviation holds a UAE Air Operator Certificate AT-0001, issued by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
Can Abu Dhabi Aviation fly to Europe?+
Yes. Abu Dhabi Aviation holds an EASA third country operator authorisation (ARE-0018). EU and EEA states require it before an operator from outside Europe flies commercial flights there. Abu Dhabi Aviation was on the EASA list dated 16 October 2026.
What is the biggest aircraft in the Abu Dhabi Aviation fleet?+
The Bell 412, a helicopter. Abu Dhabi Aviation has 22 of them.
Where is Abu Dhabi Aviation based?+
Abu Dhabi.
Can I charter a Abu Dhabi Aviation aircraft through Altivo?+
Yes. Tell us your route and dates and we ask Abu Dhabi Aviation and other licensed operators for availability and price, then book the aircraft you choose with the operator named on your quote.
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