Established 2010 in New Zealand, Salus Aviation provides aviation services in the United States, New Zealand, and Australia. The Group includes
Heli Parts Nevada (HPN, acquired in 2019),
Oceania Aviation,
Heli-Trading Network (HTN) and
Gisborne Helicopters.
Mar 6, 2026 · Salus Aviation of New Zealand has ordered two Kawasaki BK117D-3 helicopters, the Japan-built Airbus H145D3 and latest model in the BK117 series, with deliveries scheduled for August 2026 and January 2027.
Jan 20, 2025 · New Zealand-based Salus Aviation, which acquired Heli Parts Nevada (HPN) in 2019, will establish a new service center in Nevada for MD Helicopters
Aug 26, 2024 · Salus Aviation, one of the largest operators in the Australasia region, has ordered a new 5-bladed Kawasaki BK117D3 to be leased as a rescue helicopter in New Zealand starting in 2026
Sep 14, 2023 · Salus Aviation’s human external cargo (HEC) dual hook has received Transport Canada STC approval for use in the Bk117 helicopter. A similar STC certification from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is expected later this year
Dec 22, 2022 · Salus acquired the Airwork Helicopters operating divisions including Leasing, Sales, Operations, Maintenance and Engineering worldwide. Acquisition does not include Airwork Fixed Wing business operations