IWS Aviation Launches Exclusive Domestic Helicopter Charter Services

IWS HOLDINGS’ LATEST ADDITION TO ITS DIVERSIFIED COMPANY PORTFOLIO

October 10, 2014 (Colombo) – IWS Aviation (Private) Limited commences domestic helicopter charter operations in Sri Lanka.

With the immediate commencement of commercial helicopter operations, IWS Aviation will manage charter services with their Bell 206 B3 Jet Ranger helicopter from their operational base at Ratmalana Airport. The initial roll out of Heli chartered services has the capacity to seat 4 passengers with air conditioned comfort.

The Company plans to offer domestic charter operations for a range of requirements including private and VIP transfers, scenic flights, City hopping, special Excursion flights, Aerial surveys, Aerial photography and/or filming, International airport transfers (domestic only), Sports & News coverage.

Commenting on the launch of their new helicopter charter service, Mr. Arthur Senanayake, Chairman of IWS Holdings said, ‘Helicopter charter provides a fast, flexible service for business professionals and those on holiday. We expect our service to be popular with business executives as well as with those in the leisure sector, as helicopter charter enables customers to land conveniently at hotel locations and places of interest’.

With the understanding that customer needs are unique. IWS Aviation will arrange custom packages to suit individual requirements, in the near future. Reservations can be made online through www.iwsaviation.com or alternatively at the IWS Head office. IWS Aviation’s team of dedicated maintenance technicians, support staff and experienced pilots will offer helicopter charters for foreign tourists, corporate bodies and business delegations.

‘We are extremely pleased to venture into the domestic aviation network in view of the growth of tourist arrivals and provide luxury air travel catering to the high net worth segment’, added Mr. Senanayake.