Airlift

What Airlift does

Airlift, legally AIR LIFT AVIATION COMPANY SOCIETE ANONYME, is a Greek private (Société Anonyme) helicopter services company founded in 1999 and headquartered in Asprópirgos, Attica, with operational bases at Athens International Airport (General Aviation, Gate 12/Technical Base) and at Costa Navarino resort in Messinia. The company operates a fleet of Airbus helicopters — H145 (up to 8 passengers, twin Safran Arrius 2E with FADEC and Helionix avionics, Fenestron tail rotor), H135 (up to 6 passengers, twin Safran Arrius 2B2 with FADEC), and EC135 (up to 6 passengers, twin Pratt & Whitney 206B2 with FADEC) — alongside AS355 aircraft used for special operations, supplying point-to-point aerial access to 30+ Greek island and mainland destinations inaccessible to fixed-wing aircraft.

The company's core business lines are (i) VIP helicopter charter for high-net-worth individuals, corporate, and government clients, priced on a per-flight quote basis with a 60-minute readiness lead time and tiered cancellation penalties; (ii) special operations — air ambulance (24/7 commercial intake, sunrise-to-sunset operations across Greece in coordination with insurance companies and hospitals), sightseeing, aerial filming, fire fighting (in cooperation with the Greek Fire Service), and external-load cargo transport up to 500 kg; and (iii) third-party aviation services including EASA Part-145 base/line maintenance, EASA Part-CAMO continuing airworthiness management, C5 Ni-Cd battery component maintenance, C6 OROLIA-certified Kannad ELT maintenance (Certificate No. KABRC-00568), spare parts supply, and helicopter hangar facilities.

The GTM model is sales-led and direct: customers reach the in-house sales team by phone (+30 210 5596914) or via a website quote-request form, with supplemental inbound from insurance and hospital referral partnerships for air ambulance work and from hospitality partners (Costa Navarino) for VIP transfers. The company distributes through owned digital channels (airlift.gr, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook) and operates under Greek Civil Aviation Authority Air Operator's Certificate and Operating License authority, with EBAA membership. Total employee count is 11-50.

Name

Airlift

Legal name

AIR LIFT AVIATION COMPANY SOCIETE ANONYME

Website

https://airlift.gr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Airlift is a Greek helicopter services company founded in 1999, operating Airbus H145, H135, and EC135 aircraft for VIP charter, air ambulance, sightseeing, aerial filming, firefighting, and cargo work, plus EASA-certified third-party maintenance across Greece.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Helicopter Charter Services

NAICS

Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation (481211), Nonscheduled Air Transportation (48121)

SIC

Air Transportation, Nonscheduled (4522)

akta.pro primary industry

On-Demand Helicopter Charter (Private/Corporate) (TLAFACAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Air Medical Transport (Helicopter/Fixed-Wing) (HLAFANAD), Helicopter Event & VIP Transport Services (TLAFACAG)

Keywords

• VIP helicopter charter
• Air ambulance services
• Helicopter maintenance
• Aerial sightseeing tours
• Helicopter cargo transport

Headquarters

HQ city

Asprópirgos

HQ country

Greece

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. VIP Helicopter Charter: The company generates primary revenue through VIP helicopter charter services across Greece and select international destinations. Customers pay a charter fee based on helicopter type, flight duration, and distance. The freight is quoted per flight and includes operational cost, maintenance, crew remuneration, insurance, landing fees, parking, and handling fees. Additional charges such as TEEA fees for Greek airport modernization may apply.
2. Specialized Helicopter Operations: Revenue from specialized operations including air ambulance/patient transport, sightseeing tours, aerial filming, fire fighting support, and cargo operations. These services are billed as part of charter agreements, typically on a per-flight basis.
3. Maintenance & Technical Services: Revenue from providing EASA Part-145 base and line maintenance, continuing airworthiness management (CAMO), C5 component category maintenance, C6 equipment category maintenance (OROLIA-certified Kannad ELT services), spare parts supply, and helicopter hangar facilities to third-party helicopter operators.
4. Spare Parts Supply: Supply of helicopter spare parts for various helicopter types supported by the company's maintenance operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Airlift provides VIP helicopter charter services across Greece and select international destinations using a fleet of Airbus H145, H135, and EC135 twin-engine helicopters. Beyond charter, the company operates special missions including air ambulance/patient transport, sightseeing tours, aerial filming, fire fighting support, and cargo operations up to 500 kg external load. It also sells EASA Part-145 maintenance, EASA Part-CAMO continuing airworthiness management, C5/C6 component maintenance, spare parts, and helicopter hangar facilities to third-party helicopter operators.

Product overview

Airlift is a Greek helicopter services company established in 1999, operating as one of the pioneers in helicopter operations in Greece. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio centered on VIP helicopter charter services using its fleet of Airbus helicopters (H145, H135, EC135), supported by special operations including air ambulance, sightseeing tours, aerial filming, fire fighting, and cargo transport. The business is complemented by full maintenance and aviation management services certified under EASA Part-145 and Part-CAMO, covering base/line maintenance, continuing airworthiness management, component maintenance (C5/C6 categories), spare parts supply, and helicopter hangars. The product ecosystem is anchored by the core VIP Charter service, which feeds into special operations, while maintenance services support both the company's own fleet and external helicopter operators.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• VIP Helicopter Charter Private helicopter charter service for VIP transportation, allowing customers to select destinations and request quotes for flights throughout Greece and select international destinations. Customers contact the sales department or submit online quote requests.
• Air Ambulance Emergency air medical transport service for patients in stabilized condition, operating from dawn to dusk across Greece and available 24/7 via the commercial department for inquiries. AS355 helicopters are equipped with appropriate medical equipment.
• Sightseeing Flights Aerial tour services covering Athens historic center, Saronic Gulf islands, Athens Riviera, Cape Sounio, and comprehensive tours of Greek islands with flight times of 35-90 minutes from Athens.
• Aerial Filming Aerial photography and videography services using twin-engine Airbus Helicopters AS355 aircraft known for stability and camera mounting capabilities, supporting film production, news coverage, and survey flights.
• Fire Fighting Aerial firefighting support services with appropriate materials handling equipment and trained personnel, including participation in major fire suppression operations such as the Chios wildfire in cooperation with the Greek Fire Service.
• Cargo Operations Internal and external cargo transport service with AS355 twin-engine helicopters, carrying loads up to 500 kg using certified equipment including 10-meter straps, compliant with European and Greek aviation regulations. Operations cover Greece and neighboring countries.
• Base and Line Maintenance EASA Part-145 certified maintenance services for Airbus Helicopters AS355, AS350, EC120B, EC130, EC135, Agusta A109 series, Bell 206 series, and Bell 430 helicopters, delivered at base and on-site locations to third-party helicopter operators.
• Continuing Airworthiness Management (CAMO) EASA Part-CAMO airworthiness management services covering Airbus H145, AS355, H120, Bell 430, Bell 206, AS350, H135, EC130, and A109 series helicopters for third-party operators.
• C5 Component Category Maintenance Ni-Cd battery maintenance services for helicopter components, provided under C5 component category certification to third-party operators.
• C6 Equipment Category Maintenance OROLIA-certified maintenance center for Kannad emergency locator transmitters (ELT) including 406 AF series, AF-H, AP, AP-H, AF-6D, AS, Survival, ATP, AF-Compact, and Integra ELT variants (Certificate No: KABRC-00568).
• Spare Parts Procurement and supply of helicopter spare parts for various helicopter types supported by Airlift's EASA-certified maintenance operations.
• Helicopter Hangars Private helicopter hangar facilities for aircraft parking and storage, offered to third-party helicopter operators at Airlift's Aspropyrgos base.

Quantifiable outcome

• Helicopters can fly 2–3 hours without refueling depending on type and carrying weight
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Greek and Foreign Insurance CompaniescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAirlift collaborates with the largest Greek and international insurance companies to provide air ambulance and patient transport services. Insurance companies refer policyholders requiring medical evacuation or inter-hospital transfers to Airlift's helicopter ambulance services.
• Private and Public Hospitals and Health Centers (Greece)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAirlift has established and growing collaborations with private and public hospitals and health centers throughout Greece for emergency patient transport and medical evacuation services. The company handles patient transfers from any location in Greece from sunrise to sunset, with the commercial department available 24/7 for inquiries.
• Greek Fire Service (Πυροσβεστική Υπηρεσία)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAirlift participates in firefighting operations in cooperation with the Greek Fire Service. The company's experienced flying and technical personnel, equipped with appropriate materials handling equipment, have successfully participated in major firefighting missions, including the Chios wildfire.
• Costa NavarinocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAirlift operates dedicated helipad facilities at the Costa Navarino resort in Messinia, Peloponnese, providing VIP helicopter transfer services to and from the resort for its guests. This partnership positions Airlift as the preferred helicopter provider for Costa Navarino's luxury clientele.
• Greek Civil Aviation AuthoritycoreOthersAirlift operates under an Air Operator's Certificate and Operating License awarded by the Greek Civil Aviation Authority, in compliance with EASA regulations. All passenger declarations, flight permits, and regulatory filings are submitted through and approved by the Civil Aviation Authority.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Heli Holland: Dutch helicopter operator providing VIP charter, aerial work, and offshore transport. Comparable to Airlift in offering on-demand helicopter charter and special mission services within the European EASA regulatory framework.
• Sky Helicopters: UK-based helicopter charter and training operator offering VIP charter, sightseeing, and aerial filming. Comparable to Airlift's charter, sightseeing, and aerial filming service lines within the European EASA-regulated private helicopter market.
• Heli Service International: Italian-based helicopter operator offering VIP charter, air ambulance, and special operations across the Mediterranean. Directly comparable to Airlift's mix of VIP charter, medevac, and special mission services in a neighboring Mediterranean market.
• Heli Austria: Austrian helicopter operator providing VIP charter, sightseeing, and special operations across alpine and urban destinations. Comparable to Airlift's VIP charter and sightseeing tour offerings in a European tourism-driven market.

Broad incumbents

• CHC Helicopter: One of the world's largest helicopter services companies providing offshore crew transport, search and rescue, and air ambulance. Overlaps with Airlift's medevac and special operations segments and shares EASA-regulated operating environment in Europe.
• Bristow Group: Global helicopter operator with significant air ambulance (search and rescue), offshore transport, and fixed-wing services across Europe, Africa, and the Americas. Comparable in air ambulance and special operations capabilities, though operating at much larger scale than Airlift.
• LCI Aviation: Major helicopter and aircraft leasing company operating a global fleet of modern helicopters including Airbus H145. Indirectly comparable through fleet composition and operator support services, though its primary model is leasing rather than direct charter like Airlift.

Regional players

• Falcon Aviation Services: UAE-based helicopter and business aviation operator offering VIP charter, sightseeing, and offshore support. Comparable to Airlift's VIP charter and aerial tourism model in a regional luxury market with EASA-equivalent regulatory environment.
• Heliportugal: Portuguese helicopter operator offering VIP charter, air ambulance, and aerial work. Comparable regional Mediterranean operator with similar VIP and medevac service mix to Airlift, but serving the Iberian/Atlantic market rather than Greece.

Others

• OROLIA (Kannad): Aviation safety equipment manufacturer whose ELT products Airlift is certified to service. Adjacent ecosystem participant as both a technology supplier and certification partner that enables Airlift's C6 maintenance service line.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCmGycWYMHDYVVEW6SxHWZvQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/www.airlift.gr
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/air-lift-aviation-company
• Instagraminstagram.com/airlift_sa
• Xx.com/airliftsa

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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