CTS Engines (CTS), a specialist in jet engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), has secured a multi-year agreement with S.F. Airlines, one of China’s leading cargo carriers, to service its CF6-80C2 engines. The deal centres on comprehensive repair and overhaul support for engines powering the airline’s Boeing 767 and 747 fleets, reinforcing a strategic partnership focused on reliability, efficiency and operational continuity.
The agreement leverages CTS’s recently obtained certification from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), enabling the company to deliver approved maintenance services tailored to S.F. Airlines’ operational requirements. By aligning technical capability with regulatory compliance, the partnership is designed to enhance engine performance while maintaining high safety standards across the fleet.
All maintenance activity will be carried out at CTS’s newly inaugurated, purpose-built facility in Coral Springs, Florida. This site has been specifically developed to support mature engine platforms, reflecting CTS’s business model of concentrating exclusively on legacy engines such as the CF6 series. The facility is expected to play a central role in ensuring rapid turnaround times and minimising aircraft downtime.
CTS was selected for the programme due to its deep technical expertise with the CF6-80C2 engine, alongside its operational flexibility and long-term commitment to customer support. The company’s focused approach to mature engines allows it to deliver specialised knowledge and consistent performance, which is particularly valuable for airlines continuing to rely on established aircraft types.
According to CTS leadership, the agreement not only strengthens an existing relationship but also underscores a shared commitment to sustaining the long-term viability of S.F. Airlines’ widebody fleet. As the airline continues to invest in its Boeing 767 operations, CTS is positioned as a key partner in maintaining engine reliability and extending asset life, ultimately supporting efficient cargo operations on a global scale.
