Icelandic helicopter operator Nordurflug has taken delivery of an AS350 B3e rotorcraft in association with Rotortrade, the global helicopter dealership. The arrival of the 2009-model aircraft marks a new chapter as it transitions from private use to commercial operations focused on tourism and heli-skiing.

The transaction, which began in January 2025 and was finalised in March, involved a full scope of services from Rotortrade, including aircraft sourcing, sale, after-sale maintenance support and delivery by ferry flight to Iceland. The helicopter entered into commercial service with Nordurflug in April.

The deal was managed by Clement Lubrano, sales manager at Rotortrade Europe, and required extraordinary coordination and persistence. A key challenge was the need to source a replacement engine amid global supply shortages – a task successfully accomplished through strong collaboration between buyer and seller.

“This project truly showcased the value of trust, transparency and follow-through,” says Jean-Noel De Precigout, sales director at Rotortrade. “Delivering a fully mission-ready aircraft despite significant supply chain constraints reflects our commitment to going above and beyond for our clients and supporting them at every step of the journey.”

Founded and led by Birgir Omar Haraldsson, Nordurflug is renowned for its scenic flights, heli-skiing and adventure tourism operations across Iceland. With this latest addition, the company further strengthens its position in the region’s dynamic aerial tourism market.