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ACE 2026 - September 8th

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Aeromaster Airways enhances Ecuador fleet with AW119Ke
The aircraft, previously used in EMS operations, was delivered from South Africa and has entered service across VIP, government and medevac missions in Ecuador.
The AW119Ke addition strengthens Aeromaster’s relationship with Rotortrade for future regional projects.

Aeromaster Airways has deployed a Leonardo AW119Ke into service in Ecuador, expanding its capability across VIP transport, government operations, oil sector support and medevac missions.

The aircraft, previously operated by the South African Red Cross Air Mercy Service in an EMS role, arrived in Quito in late October 2025 and has since entered service with Aeromaster.

The acquisition was supported by Rotortrade, which coordinated the full process from sourcing and inspection through to preparation, administrative handling and intercontinental delivery. Close alignment between all parties facilitated a smooth transition from Africa to Latin America and a rapid entry into operations.

Roberto Damone, attorney in fact at Aeromaster Airways, says: “Rotortrade’s combination of global reach and strong local expertise in Latin America makes it a reliable and solid partner for operators. We value its service-driven approach and look forward to continuing our collaboration on future opportunities.”

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