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Rotortrade has earned EASA Part 145 approval for maintenance on Airbus EC120 and AS350/H125 helicopters, adding to the services provided by its recently opened maintenance center in Tallard, France. Rotortrade has also added continuing airworthiness management organization (CAMO) certification to its list of capabilities.
By the end of next month, Rotortrade expects to add the Airbus H145 and Leonardo AW139/AW109 helicopters to its Part 145 certificate. The company is also developing maintenance centers in the U.S., Australia, and Africa.
“This certification, along with our recent CAMO certification, underscores our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and reliability,” said Rotortrade CEO Philippe Lubrano. “Additionally, our strategic plans to extend Part 145 certification to H145, AW139, and AW109 helicopters…and to expand our network of maintenance centers demonstrate our dedication to meeting the diverse needs of our clients globally. These expansions will position Rotortrade uniquely in the helicopter industry, providing full end-to-end services for helicopter owners and operators worldwide.”
The Tallard maintenance center spans 1,200 sq m (13,000 sq ft) and can accommodate eight helicopters simultaneously.

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