Chopper firm Fly Blade forays into India

US-based helicopter transport services provider Fly Blade has announced its foray into the Indian aviation market in a joint venture with equity investment firm Hunch Ventures.

Amar Abrol, Blade India CEO and former CEO of budget carrier Air Asia India said as part of its plans, the Indian subsidiary plans to offer intra-city as well as inter-city helicopter charter services, starting March next year.

The firm will be connecting Mumbai to Pune and Shirdi with heliports, departing from Juhu and Mahalaxmi, he said.