Rotortrade celebrates 60th anniversary of Air Mercy Service Rotortrade, the global helicopter dealership, is proud to be the platinum sponsor of the 60th anniversary of the Air Mercy Service (AMS), marking six decades of uninterrupted lifesaving aero-medical services. Since its founding in 1966, AMS has played a vital role in connecting remote and underserved communities across South Africa to critical healthcare through specialized aviation and emergency response operations. The anniversary celebration, hosted at AMS’s hangar at Cape Town International Airport, brings together senior leaders from government, healthcare, aviation, and industry to recognize AMS’s impact and future vision. Rotortrade’s sponsorship reflects its long-standing relationship with AMS and its continued commitment to supporting mission-critical helicopter operators worldwide. Earlier last year, Rotortrade and AMS successfully completed two AW119 helicopter transactions as part of AMS’s ongoing fleet modernization program. These projects included the acquisition of an existing aircraft and the sourcing and delivery of a replacement helicopter tailored to AMS’s operational requirements, reinforcing the operational collaboration between the two organizations. “We are honored to support AMS as they celebrate this remarkable milestone,” said Aurélien Blanc, EVP Head of Region APAC/MEA at Rotortrade. “For 60 years, AMS has demonstrated the essential role of aviation in delivering lifesaving services. We are proud to stand alongside them and support, in our own capacity, the aviation ecosystem that enables these critical missions.” Marcello Corrado Salati, regional sales director at Rotortrade, added: “Supporting AMS through recent aircraft transactions has been particularly meaningful for us, as every aircraft directly contributes to their lifesaving mission. Sponsoring their 60th anniversary is a natural extension of this relationship, and we look forward to continuing to support AMS as their fleet and operations evolve.” Farhaad Haffejee, CEO of AMS, commented: “Rotortrade has been a valued supporter of AMS and our mission. Their understanding of the operational realities of helicopter emergency services, combined with their global reach, makes them a trusted partner. We are pleased to have Rotortrade as a sponsor of our 60th anniversary as we celebrate our past and look toward the future.” Through this sponsorship, Rotortrade reaffirms its dedication to supporting helicopter operators worldwide, particularly those serving emergency medical, humanitarian, and public service missions. As Rotortrade continues to expand its global footprint, partnerships such as this remain an important element of its commitment to supporting operators across all regions.
