European helicopter broker/dealer Rotortrade has received EASA authorization to perform maintenance on Leonardo AW139 midsize twins.

Last year, Rotortrade opened its 20,000-sq-ft (1,800-sq-m) European maintenance center that can accommodate up to eight helicopters simultaneously. Located in Tallard—in the southern part of the French Alps—the facility is a key part of the company’s strategy to provide in-house helicopter maintenance, completion, and customization services. It has a staff of 20 technicians, with plans for expansion to meet the increasing demand for helicopter support in the region.

Following its opening, Rotortrade earned EASA Part 145 approvals to work on Airbus Helicopters EC120s and H125s in August, as well as H145s in November. It currently holds continuing airworthiness management organization (CAMO) approval for the Leonardo AW109 and AW139, along with the Airbus EC135, H160, H225, H145, H125, and H130.

“Expanding our scope to include the AW139 is a significant step in the growth of our MRO capabilities,” said company CEO Philippe Lubrano. “This enables us to offer more comprehensive support to our clients and better respond to the operational needs of AW139 operators in Europe and beyond.”