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Looking forward to the inaugural HeliOffshore APAC Conference, in conjunction with Weststar Aviation’s 3rd FDM Workshop. It’s a popular destination for the next few days!

The wait is almost over—just 2 more days to go! Get ready for impactful sessions, valuable networking, and the chance to connect with industry leaders as we work together to elevate aviation safety. A special thanks to our sponsors for making this conference possible. Looking forward to seeing you there! #HeliOffshoreAsiaPacificConference2024 #WeststarAviation #FDMW2024 #AviationSafety #HeliOffshore

Next week, HeliOffshore’s APAC Regional Representative, Neil Seabrook FRAeS, will host the first HeliOffshore Asia Pacific Conference in Kuala Lumpur. Neil will be joined by regional organisations, including non-members, to address pressing safety issues, exchange feedback on our recommended practices, explore emerging accident analysis and more. The meeting will define the region’s top safety priorities to inform our activities and reinforce our commitment to strengthening collaboration worldwide. Many thanks to Weststar Aviation Group for their generous support hosting the event. #HeliOffshore #RegionalMeeting #Collaboration #SafetyPerformance #APAC

May the festival of lights bring you joy, prosperity, and new horizons. Happy Deepavali from all of us at Weststar Aviation Group

Weststar Aviation Services will once again participate in the Karnival Udara Antarabangsa Melaka (KUAM) 2024 from October 31st to November 3rd 2024, at Melaka International Airport, Batu Berendam. We’ll have our AW139 helicopters on display, so don’t miss the chance to see them up close! We look forward to meeting you there! See you soon!

Congratulations to our Weststarians KBR Base team for their outstanding commitment to safety, recognized by Hess Corporation. A special shout-out to our Safety Heroes: 🏆 BEST STOP Card July: Muhammad Rudzuan Bin Abd Hadzi 🏆 BEST STOP Card September: Nurul Ain Binti Mahadi Your dedication to maintaining a safe work environment reflects our strong safety culture. Let’s continue this momentum, and remember: Think Safe, Work Safe, Home Safe. Bravo, team! #SafetyFirst #HESSRecognition #Teamwork #SafetyCulture

Attention Helicopter Operators and Industry players! “Harnessing Technology towards Safe Helicopter Operations” Following the above theme, Weststar Aviation Services is excited to announce our 3rd Flight Data Monitoring Workshop, held in conjunction with the HeliOffshore Ltd Asia Pacific Conference 2024! This event unites leading helicopter flight data monitoring experts, helicopter users and helicopter industry players from Malaysia and countries across the Asia Pacific region, all dedicated to elevating safety standards in helicopter operations. Prepare for real insights, expert-led discussions, and latest innovations in flight data monitoring. Whether you’re looking to improve existing safety protocols or stay updated on industry trends and technology, this workshop and conference is a must-attend event. Secure your spot now and together we enhance helicopter operation safety standards across the board! #HeliOffshoreAsiaPacificConference2024 #WeststarAviation #FDMW2024 #AviationSafety #HeliOffshore

The Directorate General of Technical Airworthiness (DGTA) recently held the Malaysian State Technical Airworthiness (MSTA) Conference at the Raia Hotel & Convention Centre in Alor Setar, Kedah, on 14th - 17th October 2024. The first day featured presentations on key topics, including "Aviation Defense in Malaysia: Aligning Industry Roles with National Defense Policy Goals," "MSTAM: New State Airworthiness Regulations in Malaysia," and "The Role of CAAM in Elevating the Malaysian Aviation Industry." On the second day, speakers explored additional subjects such as "Machine Learning for Turbine Engine Condition Monitoring," "The Critical Role of UAS Jamming Technology in Ensuring Airspace Security," and "SIRIM’s Role in Empowering the Malaysian Defence Aviation Industry." The conference concluded with a closing ceremony where organizations were honored with Certification Recognition Awards for DOA, CAMO, AMO, and AMTO. #Weststaraviation #DGTA #MSTA2024

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation Indonesia (DGCA), under the supervision of the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), recently conducted a verification of CASR 119 at PT Weststar Aviation Indonesia's headquarters, focusing on our Quality Management System. This thorough evaluation is a testament to our unwavering commitment to safety, operational standards, and quality control, further solidifying our position as industry leaders in the region. Leading the session was Pak Nugroho Dahlan, SQA Manager of PT Weststar Aviation Indonesia (PTWAI), who provided an in-depth overview of PTWAI's operations in Indonesia. His presentation showcased our dedication to adhering to the highest safety and quality standards in offshore aviation services, and the audit serves as a milestone in our continuous efforts to maintain and elevate our operational excellence. This achievement reflects not just our compliance with regulatory standards but also our proactive approach to exceeding expectations in aviation safety and quality management. #WeststarAviation #PTWAI #CASR119 #AviationSafety #DGCA #EASA #QualityManagement #IndustryLeaders

I had the honour on Tuesday to meet YAB Dato’ Seri, Anwar Ibrahim Malaysian Prime Minister in Putrajaya, accompanied by senior Thales management Guy BONASSI, Nicolas Bouverot and François-Xavier Boutes. Our engagement centred on Thales’ over four decades of presence in Malaysia and its ongoing commitment to further the development of the defence, aerospace and security sectors, while investing in emerging technologies like AI. Also joining us was Tan Sri (Dr) Syed Azman Bin Syed Ibrahim, Founder and Managing Director of Weststar Aviation Group. Thales and Weststar have long cooperated on topics critical to Malaysia’s national ambitions, including air defence, air surveillance and security, with a view to supporting the country’s vision for sovereignty and autonomy. In a separate visit, I was also warmly hosted by YB Dato’ Seri Mohamed Khaled bin Nordin, the Malaysian Minister of Defence in a courtesy call, where the discussions further reinforced Thales’ commitment to supporting the local defence sector and fostering collaboration through technology transfer and the Industry Collaboration Program (ICP). The engagements with Malaysia’s main leaders underscore our dedication to enhancing national security and advancing technological capabilities in the country. We are excited about these partnership opportunities and look forward to driving innovation together, benefiting the local defence industry and contributing to the nation’s security and development. #ThalesInMalaysia #Partnership #Defense #Aviation #Security #Innovation