HEROS (Helicopter Engine Repair & Overhaul Services) Inc, a leader in Rolls-Royce model 250 engines for 35 years, has been named an Authorised Maintenance Repair and Overhaul Center (AMROC) as part of the Rolls-Royce FIRST Network.

President and general manager Raffi Kajberouni says: "We're excited as a company to progress forward in our advancement as a leader in Rolls-Royce model 250 series engines and now the RR300 engines. Becoming a member of the FIRST Network will expand our capabilities and services for our customers worldwide."

"This was the next logical step in HEROS' continued growth, as well as meeting our commitment to provide Rolls-Royce model 250 and RR300 operators with world class service," adds Blake Davies, vice president of sales and programme manager.

"For over three decades, HEROS Inc has been a leader in Rolls-Royce model 250 engines and now, as an AMROC, in the Rolls-Royce FIRST Network. Our journey forward is defined by a relentless pursuit of excellence, ensuring that every engine serviced by us reflects the pinnacle of quality, precision and reliability," says director of quality Carlos Gastelum.

David Brulotte, FIRST Network manager at Rolls-Royce, adds: "Rolls-Royce is excited and pleased with our new partnership. The added capability and capacity within the Network will go to serve the operators with more choices and competitiveness as the fleet of engines continues to grow worldwide. HEROS has always been an excellent, quality-driven repair facility and we are looking forward to this enhanced offering to the market with our added Authorised MRO Facility to the network."

HEROS is located in Chandler, Arizona and provides Rolls-Royce Model 250 operators from all sectors with one-on-one customised, quality engine overhaul, repair and testing services.