Air Methods, a US air medical service provider and one of the world’s largest civilian helicopter operators, has signed a multi-year support services extension with AAR Corporation subsidiary Airinmar, an independent provider of component repair cycle management and aircraft warranty management solutions.

This agreement is a continuation of the existing identification, claim, recovery and reporting of rotorcraft and aircraft component warranty as well as value engineering services that Airinmar has provided to Air Methods since August 2020.

Airinmar’s services complement Air Methods’ materials management activities and focus on maximising the recovery of the operator’s warranty entitlements as well as reducing the cost of component repair and the overall cost of maintenance.

“Since we implemented Airinmar’s services in 2020, Airinmar has been a trusted services provider. We appreciate its commitment to effective warranty management and value engineering, which have contributed to meeting Air Methods’ safety and efficiency goals,” says Air Methods SVP of operations Jay Mahen. “We will continue to leverage Airinmar’s comprehensive engineering knowledge and expertise to help optimise our supply chain to provide safe and reliable lifesaving emergency air medical care 24/7/365.”

“We are thrilled to extend our successful relationship with Air Methods and continue working alongside its material management team to reduce maintenance costs across Air Methods’ multiple fleet types,” adds Airinmar general manager Matt Davies. “We are proud to provide a tailored cost control service and support Air Methods’ fleet of over 450 helicopters and fixed wing aircraft.”