Mi-8, Mi-17, Mi-171 & Mi-172 Helicopter Lease & Charter – Asia-Pacific

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AATECH provides Mi-8, Mi-17, Mi-171, and Mi-172 helicopter leasing and charter services for corporate travel, cargo transport, utility missions, and special operations.

Available for wet lease, dry lease, or ad-hoc charter, our fleet is supported by experienced crews and regional expertise to deliver safe, reliable, and flexible deployments across Asia-Pacific.

As a leading provider of Mi8, Mi17 and B2/B3 helicopters in Southeast Asia, we cater to NGOs, corporate operators, firefighting (environmental) agencies, medevac providers, and utility clients.

The legendary Mi-8/17 series is one of the world’s most proven utility helicopter families – in fact, over 17,000 have been produced and are used in 50+ countries – underscoring their reliability and performance.

Exceptional Capability & Uses

The Mi-8, Mi-17, and Mi-172 are twin-turbine utility helicopters celebrated for their heavy-lift capacity and adaptability.

They excel in a wide range of use cases and challenging conditions. Our fleet’s versatility allows us to support missions such as,

  • Humanitarian Relief & NGO Missions — Rapidly deliver food, supplies, and disaster relief teams to remote or hard-hit areas.

    The Mi-8/17’s robust design and high lift capacity make it a powerhouse for logistical support, moving critical cargo and personnel even into rugged environments.

  • VIP & Executive Transport — The Mi-172 civil variant offers a comfortable cabin configuration (up to 26 passenger seats) for VIP and executive charter.

    We can outfit these helicopters for corporate travel or dignitary transport, ensuring a safe, smooth, and private journey for high-profile clients.

  • Cargo & Utility Heavy Lift — When you need to move heavy equipment or bulky cargo, our Mi-8/Mi-17 helicopters deliver.

    They can lift up to 4,000 kg of cargo internally or on an external sling, ideal for construction materials, infrastructure projects, firefighting water buckets, and other utility helicopter charter needs.

  • Aerial Firefighting & Water Bombing Missions — Our Mi-8/17/172 helicopter fleet is equipped and ready for aerial firefighting operations and wildfire response across the globe, with a special focus on Southeast Asia’s forest fire season.

    These heavy-lift helicopters excel at water bombing – each aircraft can carry a helicopter bucket (e.g. Bambi Bucket) with up to 4,000 liters of water per drop, drenching flames and halting the spread of wildfires quickly.

    With their high payload capacity and range, the Mi-series offers rapid deployment to remote fire zones, delivering critical forest fire support when and where it’s needed most.

    Our crew can mobilize at short notice to assist in wildfire emergencies, leveraging the proven reliability and efficiency of the Mi-8/17 platform in firefighting missions.

    Our helicopters have been battle-tested in wildfire crises around the region – for example, Mi-8/17s have been deployed to combat seasonal forest fires in Malaysia and Indonesia – underscoring their value in protecting communities and environments from uncontrolled fires.

  • Medevac & Emergency Operations — Quickly configurable for medical evacuation, the Mi-8/17 can carry stretchers, medical staff, and equipment to perform lifesaving medevac missions.

    Their ability to operate from improvised landing zones and lift significant weight makes them invaluable for emergency response in remote locales.

Wet Lease, Dry Lease & Charter Flexibility

We pride ourselves on offering flexible leasing plans that meets the requirements of our clients.

Wet lease provides a turn-key solution with aircraft, crew, maintenance, and insurance included – ideal for organizations without their own aviation personnel.

Dry lease offers the aircraft alone for clients who have their own crew and infrastructure.

Whether you require a one-off helicopter charter or a multi-year Mi-8 helicopter lease contract, for short or long-term arrangements.

All leases are structured with transparent terms and regulatory compliance, ensuring a smooth start-up and operation.

Comprehensive Support & Reliability

Working with us means you gain a partner in success.

We deliver end-to-end logistical support, from flight planning and permits to on-site operational assistance. Our onboarding process is fully transparent – we guide you through each step, so you know exactly what to expect.

Every helicopter in our fleet is maintained to the highest safety standards, with rigorous inspections and servicing to guarantee reliable operational readiness.

Our commitment to reliability means that every Mi-8/17/172 helicopters that we operate are mission-ready when and where you need them, minimizing downtime for your critical project.

Let us help you tackle your next mission with confidence.

Contact Us to arrange a arrange a non-obligatory call for more information on our Mi-8, Mi-17, Mi-171 and Mi-172 leasing and charter solutions.


Let us help you put together a plan that meets your expectations in Southeast Asia or anywhere across the globe.

FAQ

What missions are Mi-8/17/171/172 helicopters best suited for?

Heavy-lift, cargo, utility, remote support, and humanitarian/NGO operations in challenging environments.

Do you offer wet and dry lease options?

Yes — wet lease with crew/support, or dry/ACMI arrangements depending on requirements.

Can the helicopters be configured for medevac?

Yes. Medevac and SAR configurations are available, including stretcher and medical equipment setups.

Which regions do you cover?

Core coverage in ASEAN and Asia-Pacific, with extensions into Central Asia and the Middle East.