HEMS operator DRF Luftrettung has joined forces its MRO division DRF Maintenance to create a new element within the DRF Group DRF Aviation Services which is designed to be a ‘one stop shop’ with a range of support and MRO services under one roof. Thus, it says the downtime for aircraft can be reduced thanks to a comprihensive portfolio support services it will have in its armoury.
In the combined operation will offer Part-145 base and line maintenance, Part-21 design and production organisation services, as well as CAMO services. In addition, the new unit provides support with the purchase and sale of helicopters, production oversight and helicopter transfers, as well as an extensive spare parts portfolio.
“With DRF Aviation Services, the combined technical expertise of the DRF Group becomes available to all customers. Our company already operates almost entirely digitally. The objective behind this is clear: less time on the ground. More time in operation. Customers benefit from our experience, fast decision-making and services from a single source,” says Roman Morka, CEO of DRF Aviation Services.
The company has 18 maintenance docks across three locations at Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport, Straubing and Wilhelmshaven. This enables maintenance and repair work on helicopters to be carried out close to customers throughout Germany. The company can also serve customers from neighbouring European countries. The portfolio is complemented by mobile line maintenance teams that provide support directly at customer locations.
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