Weststar Aviation Services has successfully completed the delivery of four additional AW139 helicopters to the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) under the Government Operate, Company Own, and Maintain (GOCOM) model. The final aircraft, registered as M104-08, was officially handed over at Kuching Air Force Base on 5 August 2025, marked by a ceremonial water salute to celebrate its arrival.
The successful delivery of all four AW139 helicopters under the GOCOM model marks a significant milestone in Weststar’s ongoing collaboration with the RMAF:
Helicopter Delivery Timeline
- December 2024 – Delivery of M104-06
- January 2025 – Delivery of M104-05
- June 2025 – Delivery of M104-07
- August 2025 – Delivery of M104-08
The addition of these AW139 helicopters significantly improves the RMAF’s capabilities in key operations, including medical evacuation (MEDEVAC), air logistics, and humanitarian and disaster relief (HADR). Designed for high performance and equipped with state-of-the-art technology, the AW139 offers exceptional speed, reliability, and versatility to meet the demands of dynamic and challenging environments.
Through this latest delivery, Weststar has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Tentera Udara Diraja Malaysia (TUDM) in supporting Malaysia’s defense and emergency response infrastructure. These aircraft not only enhance national security operations but also ensure rapid deployment and effective response during humanitarian missions and natural disasters.