Lufthansa Technik signs new ACJ319 completion contract

Lufthansa Technik AG continues its success story in the Asian VIP market. The latest success is a contract signature of an Airbus ACJ319 cabin completion for an undisclosed customer from Greater China. The completion will be performed by Lufthansa Technik’s US-subsidiary BizJet International in Tulsa / Oklahoma in exclusive cooperation with the bespoke division of Hermès, Paris, renowned for its expertise in made to measure design and upholstery. Redelivery of the completed aircraft to the customer is planned for spring 2016. The bespoke interior comprises a spacious Dining & Lounge Area, a private Master Bedroom/Office as well a fully equipped Master Bathroom featuring a large shower. Brian Barber, Vice President Completions & MRO at BizJet International said: “The ACJ319 will have 19 seats for take-off, twelve of which can be in full-flat sleeping positions.” Barber continued: “Our client has a very special request for the design and finishing of the VIP club-seats and divans, which will be designed and upholstered by Hermès’ craftsmen in Paris. The cabin interior will also feature some exclusive Hermès fabric on the bulkhead and curtain of the aft cabin. We at Lufthansa Technik and BizJet are proud to be part of this outstanding project.”