Rotortrade announced 2025 was “another year of record-breaking performance” with the company achieving more than 50% revenue growth and a 35% year-over-year increase in the number of transactions. This marks the highest volume and total value of sales in the company’s history, significantly surpassing its 2024 results.
The year’s growth was driven by strong performance across key market segments. EMS, Utility, and VIP configurations represented 87% of aircraft delivered, reflecting sustained global demand across essential and high-value mission profiles. The EMS sector, in particular, recorded exceptional expansion, with deliveries increasing more than sixfold — the strongest growth across all segments within Rotortrade’s portfolio in 2025.
Sales activity was also shaped by sustained demand for light single- and light twin-engine helicopters. The Airbus H125, Airbus H145D3, and Leonardo AW109SP together accounted for more than 50% of the fleet sold during the year, confirming continued operator preference for versatile, cost-efficient platforms.
From a geographic perspective, Europe and the Americas represented the largest share of deliveries, accounting for approximately 70% of total transactions. Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa remained stable and strategically important markets. Airbus and Leonardo platforms continued to dominate the pre-owned segment, representing more than 90% of Rotortrade’s total completed transactions in 2025.
Commenting on the company’s performance, Philippe Lubrano, Founder & CEO of Rotortrade, said, “2025 has been a defining year for Rotortrade. Delivering record growth in both volume and value reflects the maturity of our global platform and the confidence operators place in our expertise. The acceleration in EMS and mission-driven segments demonstrates how critical reliable, well-configured aircraft are for essential operations worldwide. Our strategy remains focused on supporting customers across the full aircraft lifecycle — from acquisition and financing to maintenance and asset optimisation — while continuing to expand our international footprint. The market fundamentals remain strong, and we enter 2026 with solid momentum.”
Astronautics provides critical connectivity for Like Link AW119 fleet
Astronautics Corporation of America is providing its AeroSync Mission internet connectivity system and cellular data plan to Life Link III as an aftermarket solution for their AW119 helicopters. Designed specifically for mission-critical operations, Astronautics’ AeroSync Mission enables in-air, air-to-ground, and on-ground Wi-Fi and cellular connectivity, transforming airborne connectivity from a limitation into a clinical and operational advantage. The system delivers a secure wireless hotspot designed to meet OEM-level standards for cybersecurity, quality, and reliability. For air ambulance operators, AeroSync Mission supports faster decision making, improved coordination, and better preparedness upon arrival by enabling seamless data transfer between air medical crews and receiving trauma teams. By providing uninterrupted access to clinical information during transport, the system helps ensure that hospitals are prepared before the aircraft touches down—when minutes matter most.
With always-on connectivity enabled by AeroSync Mission, Life Link III leverages Playback Health, a next-generation clinical scribe platform that offers ambient dictation designed to streamline the clinical documentation process. AeroSync also opens the door to endless possibilities including patient data exchange, telehealth, and an added layer of communication in the event of communications failure.
“For air ambulance operators, reliable connectivity isn’t a convenience—it’s a critical enabler of patient care,” said Matthew Frei, director of Connected Aircraft Solutions at Astronautics. “Installing AeroSync Mission on Life Link III’s AW119 fleet removes one of the biggest barriers to digital care in the air, delivering continuous, secure connectivity without adding complexity for flight crews or maintenance teams. This installation also marks the expansion of our small, lightweight, all-in-one connectivity system from an OEM-only offering to a flexible aftermarket solution for operators seeking to modernize existing aircraft.”
Astronautics supports AeroSync Mission operators with a subscription-based cellular data plan, offering global connectivity through partnerships with internet service providers across numerous international markets. This approach provides operators with a streamlined and cost-effective way to maintain connectivity both in the air and on the ground, while simplifying IT management across the fleet. AeroSync wireless devices have achieved regulatory certification for cellular and Wi-Fi operation in the United States and many countries worldwide.
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