The Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA) has welcomed FL Technics as a new member. FL Technics is a globally recognised company providing aircraft MRO services, including base and line maintenance, engine repair services, technical training, continuous airworthiness and design engineering solutions, as well as parts trading, asset management, and aerospace logistics services. The company has ambitious plans for expansion in the region.
“FL Technics is a key player in the aviation sector and recognises that Latin America is a dynamic and growing market. That is why, since last year, it has been building a state-of-the-art MRO facility at Punta Cana International Airport, the second-busiest airport in the Caribbean,” said José Ricardo Botelho, CEO of ALTA, as he welcomed the company to the association.
The first phase of this ambitious project, which will be completed after two years of development, includes a 52,000 m² facility with a 20,000 m² hangar, five maintenance bays, and a comprehensive complex of support workshops. With this infrastructure, FL Technics aims to support the growing fleet of narrow-body aircraft in the region.
“As we expand our global MRO network, the Americas and Caribbean region are a vital part of our long-term strategy,” said Zilvinas Lapinskas, CEO of FL Technics. “Our new facility in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, will enhance the availability of high-quality maintenance services for airlines across the region as well as create significant job opportunities for local talent. By combining our global expertise with regional partnerships, we aim to strengthen the aviation maintenance sector in Americas supporting both economic growth and industry development,” said Zilvinas Lapinskas, CEO of FL Technics.
The new maintenance facility will leverage FL Technics’ FAA and EASA Part-145 certifications to provide world-class base and line maintenance services, enhancing aircraft availability and operational efficiency. The second phase of the project will add seven additional maintenance bays, reaching a total capacity of 12, positioning Punta Cana as a strategic hub for regional aviation. The third phase of the project will add eight additional maintenance bays, reaching a total capacity of 20.
Thus, airlines at Punta Cana International Airport and the Punta Cana Free Trade Zone will have access to a comprehensive range of services, including heavy maintenance works, transit checks, component repairs, cabin modifications, among others.
With this project, FL Technics not only strengthens its presence in the Americas but also expands its global MRO network, which includes facilities in Lithuania (Vilnius and Kaunas), the United Kingdom (Scotland – Prestwick), Indonesia (Jakarta and Bali Island). By adding the Dominican Republic facility, the company’s total hangar space will reach 86,000 m².
