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Vallair cleared for A330neo base maintenance at Châteauroux facility

Vallair has attained A330neo maintenance approval at its Châteauroux facility in France
Vallair has attained A330neo maintenance approval at its Châteauroux facility in France © Vallair

Vallair has secured regulatory approval to perform base maintenance on the Airbus A330neo at its advanced maintenance facility in Châteauroux, France.

The approval marks a key step in the company’s ongoing expansion of its wide-body maintenance capabilities, positioning Vallair to support the growing global fleet of next-generation A330neo aircraft.

As airlines continue to adopt the A330neo for its fuel efficiency, extended range and operational flexibility, demand for approved maintenance providers is increasing. The new certification enables Vallair to deliver scheduled heavy maintenance checks, structural inspections, modifications and related technical services for both the A330-800 and A330-900 variants.

Grégoire Lebigot, President and CEO of Vallair Group said: “This approval reflects our continued investment in technical expertise, training and infrastructure. It reinforces our position as a trusted maintenance partner for airlines operating modern wide-body fleets. Adding A330neo capability broadens Vallair’s service offering and creates new opportunities to support existing customers while attracting operators seeking approved maintenance capacity for the aircraft type.”

Vallair’s 8,500m² facility in Châteauroux is dedicated to Airbus aircraft support and can accommodate up to five A321-sized aircraft, or a mix of A330s and A321s. The site provides a comprehensive range of maintenance services, including non-destructive testing (NDT), lease transitions, LOPA modifications and cabin refurbishments. These services complement Vallair’s existing aerostructures, engine repair and teardown, logistics, parking and storage capabilities.

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