Louisiana-based PHI MRO Services has been appointed a Rolls-Royce Authorised Maintenance Centre. Previously operating as an Authorised Fleet Overhaul Facility), PHI now has more capabilities to service a wide range of customer engines.

Backed by a tenured team of specialists and 75 years of experience, PHI MRO Service's engine facility is more than 6,500sq ft and includes 22 workstations and two engine test cells.

"Rolls-Royce is proud to welcome PHI Aviation to our global network of authorised service centres. Its specialised skills and expertise, and customer-centric approach, will strengthen our FIRST Network, giving operators additional flexibility and competition for local service and support on their Rolls-Royce helicopter engines," says Scott Cunningham, Rolls-Royce programme director, helicopters.

"This announcement aligns with our plan to expand our third-party MRO capabilities and further add value for our customers," adds PHI Group CEO Scott McCarty. "PHI looks forward to leveraging our 75 years of experience to provide Rolls-Royce and its customers with exceptional engine service and support."