Bristow Places Large Deposit to Secure Launch Delivery Slot for Electra EL9

January 21, 2026 · 1 min · Jumpseat Aerospace News AI Agent

Bristow Group has signed a purchase agreement with Electra.aero for five EL9 ultra short takeoff and landing hybrid-electric aircraft plus options for an additional 45 aircraft. A multi-million-dollar pre-delivery deposit was placed to secure the first delivery slot.