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GE Aerospace will cover avionics systems support for Jal's Boeing 787 fleet © Shutterstock

JAL signs ten-year GE Aerospace support deal

Japan Airlines (JAL) has signed a ten-year maintenance and overhaul agreement with GE Aerospace covering avionics systems support for its Boeing 787 fleet. The agreement was formalised at GE Aerospace’s facility in Brisbane, Australia. Under the deal, GE Aerospace’s Brisbane operation will provide repair and stock support services for avionics systems installed across Boeing 787 […]

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Ground-breaking of Emirates new US$5.1 billion engineering complex at Dubai South © Emirates

Emirates breaks ground on landmark Dubai South MRO hub

Emirates has officially broken ground on its new US$5.1 billion engineering complex at Dubai South, slated to become the most advanced aircraft MRO facility worldwide. The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by senior figures including His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, Sir Tim Clark, President

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The new agreement was signed by Adel Al Redha, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Operating Officer (r) and Mohamed Ali, President & CEO, Commercial Engines & Services, GE Aerospace

GE Aerospace, Emirates strengthens engine MRO partnership

GE Aerospace and Emirates have signed an agreement to develop advanced piece part component repair capabilities for GE90 and GP7200 engines as part of the expansion of its Emirates Engine Maintenance Centre (EEMC) in Dubai. Under the agreement, GE Aerospace will provide technical consultancy and training support to help establish a dedicated component repair line

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Etihad opens the Silk Road with new Uzbekistan Airways codeshare

Etihad and Uzbekistan Airways launch codeshare partnership

Etihad Airways and Uzbekistan Airways have signed a new codeshare agreement aimed at strengthening links between Abu Dhabi and Central Asia while expanding travel options across Uzbekistan and beyond. The partnership came into effect on May 15, 2026, with the first codeshare flights available for travel from August 9, 2026. Under the agreement, Etihad passengers

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A CFM56 engine stand has been delivered to Johannesburg © Chapman Freeborn

Chapman Freeborn delivers critical engine stand to Johannesburg

Chapman Freeborn, the global air charter specialist and part of Avia Solutions Group, has completed the time-sensitive delivery of a CFM56-7B engine stand to Johannesburg in partnership with EngineStands.com, the global engine stand leasing provider. The shipment, completed at the end of April, involved the transportation of a CFM56-7B engine stand owned by EngineStands.com from

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FDH Aero has officially opened its new hub in Bengaluru, India

FDH Aero opens Bengaluru hub

FDH Aero, a global provider of aerospace and defence supply chain solutions, has officially opened a new sales office in Bengaluru, India, strengthening its presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation and defence markets. The opening was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 13, alongside a traditional pooja ceremony in line with local

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GATES USA SPAH has secured Panamanian quality certification for its engine maintenance operations in Wilmington, Ohio

GATES USA SPAH secures Panama approval

GA Telesis Engine Services (GATES USA SPAH), the joint venture between GA Telesis and Air Transport Services Group, Inc., has secured Panamanian quality certification for its engine maintenance operations in Wilmington, Ohio. The new approval expands the company’s capability to carry out maintenance work on Panamanian-registered aircraft, strengthening its position across the Americas for both

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