StandardAero Becomes Preferred MRO for Robinson R66

StandardAero has been selected by Robinson Helicopter Company as the preferred maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) provider for the Rolls-Royce RR300 engines powering the Robinson R66 helicopter fleet. This partnership aims to provide R66 owners and operators with a Robinson-recommended MRO solution that offers abbreviated turnaround times and reduced costs for engine maintenance. StandardAero will secure immediate shop capacity and commit to specific turnaround times for major maintenance events, including the 2,000-hour and 4,000-hour periodic maintenance inspections. The company is also developing additional component repairs to further reduce part replacement costs. Services will be localized across four StandardAero hubs in North America and the United Kingdom, integrating demand forecasting and material planning to improve parts availability. David Smith, President and CEO of Robinson Helicopter Company, highlighted that this agreement addresses significant challenges faced by operators regarding unpredictable engine overhaul costs and extended downtime, ultimately improving profitability and flight schedule consistency.