Established in 1987 as
Heli-Service Mitte.
Their EMS services department was sold to
ADAC Air Rescue in 1998. From 1999 HeliService international GmbH, based in Northern Germany operates a fleet of S-76, AgustaWestland Grand, AW139/169, and MBB Bo105/Bk117 helicopters on missions in Northern Europe, Antarctica and the Arctic.
HeliService International GmbH is a leading German aviation company specializing in complex helicopter operations, particularly within the offshore wind industry. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Emden, with additional locations in Husum and Oberpfaffenhofen, the company provides a wide range of services including offshore passenger and cargo transport, hoist operations for wind turbines, and helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS). Utilizing a modern fleet primarily composed of Leonardo AW139 and AW169 aircraft, HeliService is recognized as one of only six Leonardo
Excellent Service Centres worldwide, offering specialized maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for both its own fleet and third-party customers. The company operates internationally, supporting maritime projects in the North Sea, Baltic Sea, and as far as the Arctic and Antarctica, while maintaining EASA-certified safety standards and 24/7 readiness for search and rescue (SAR) and disaster relief missions.