Safran Nacelles and AFI KLM E&M have signed a licence agreement for the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) of the Airbus A320neo’s LEAP-1A nacelles. Over 2,500 nacelles produced by Safran Nacelles are currently in service on Airbus A320neo aircraft that are powered by CFM International’s LEAP-1A engines.
Through this agreement, the company ensures that the growing fleets of A320neo can benefit from the best standards in nacelle repair, guaranteed by the OEM. In addition, with the support of the Safran Nacelles’ and AFI KLM E&M’s global network of MRO stations, A320neo operators are assured to find a station nearby so that repair time can be shortened and the cost of logistics reduced.
By acquiring a licence from Safran Nacelles, the OEM of the A320neo’s LEAP-1A nacelles, AFI KLM E&M is expanding its industrial capabilities. The company will have access to the OEM tooling and rotable asset pool, in addition to its own resources and assets.
Alain Berger, Safran Nacelles’ Executive Vice President – Customer Support & Services, stated: “We are delighted to welcome AFI KLM E&M in our licenced MRO network for A320neo’s LEAP-1A nacelles support. We’re familiar with the quality and reliability of the support solutions offered by the AFI KLM E&M, which is, and shall remain, a valuable partner for us in the after-sales market.”
