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Bristow Acquires Berry Aviation for $105M

June 23, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Bristow Group acquires Berry Aviation for $105 million.
Deal expands Bristow's government aviation services.
Berry Aviation serves government and defense customers.
Acquisition adds special mission capabilities.

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Strategic Implications

This acquisition may signal Bristow's strategic shift towards government services, which could strengthen its position in the market. The addition of Berry Aviation's capabilities suggests a focus on special mission operations, which may indicate growing demand for such services in the government sector.

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What Happened

Helicopter Operator Expands Government Services Business

Bristow Group has agreed to acquire Berry Aviation, a provider of aviation services for government and defense customers, in a $105 million all-cash deal. The acquisition is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026 and will add special mission capabilities to Bristow’s government services business. Berry Aviation operates a fleet of over 20 aircraft and serves government and defense customers across multiple countries. The deal was announced by AeroTime.

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