PHI MRO signs lease agreement with New York Helicopter

PHI MRO Services has agreed a lease agreement for one Bell 407 New York Helicopter.

PHI MRO Services has signed a new lease agreement for one Bell 407 with tour and charter company New York Helicopter.

As part of the deal, the company will outfit the Bell 407 with floats and air conditioning. The aircraft will also wear a paint scheme tailored to the needs of New York Helicopter. PHI is also  providing component support to the operation from its MRO division.

Cory Clark, director of Business Development, PHI MRO Services said: “This lease agreement marks a significant milestone for both PHI MRO Services and New York Helicopter, and we are delighted to supply one of our Bell 407 helicopters to their fleet.”

New York Helicopter said the new helicopter will enable the business to expand its tours and charters to the New York area. “The entire team at PHI MRO Services has been amazing to work with from start to finish, from finding the right ship to making sure it was completed on time,” said owner Michael Roth. “We look forward to a long and continued relationship with them and adding to our fleet in the future.”

PHI’s aircraft mechanics and maintenance technicians maintain a fleet of more than 200 helicopters, including a selection of lease-ready helicopters available for delivery to global operators. Its MRO facility offers more than 170,000sqft for major inspections, complex modifications, custom upgrades, in-house painting, upholstery and more to support helicopter operators worldwide.