Hidden away in the tail of an aircraft, it is quite remarkable just what an Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) provides and what it can do in terms of an aircraft’s functionality. It is perhaps the use of the word ‘auxiliary’ that most likely undermines its perceived value and capabilities. From the moment the main engines
CFM International (CFM) and Sichuan Services Aero-engine Maintenance Company (SSAMC), the joint venture between Air China and CFM, have confirmed that SSAMC will join the network of Premier MRO providers for CFM LEAP engines. The announcement was made during a ceremony at MRO Greater China, where the company outlined plans to deliver maintenance, repair and
DSC Trading has announced a new consignment partnership with Skyways Technics, a global provider of regional and commercial aircraft support services. Under the agreement, DSC Trading has received a broad inventory of expendable components supporting a range of aircraft types, including the Boeing 737, Airbus A320, ATR 42/72, CRJ 100/200/900 and Embraer ERJ 135/145. Skyways
MTU Maintenance and Taiwan-based EVA Air have signed an exclusive agreement covering maintenance, repair and overhaul services for the airline’s CFM56-5B engines, which power its fleet of 17 Airbus A321-200 aircraft. The agreement will see all scheduled shop visits carried out at MTU Maintenance Zhuhai, the group’s dedicated narrowbody engine facility. EVA Air will additionally
FIGEAC AÉRO has secured a new multi-million-dollar agreement with one of its US customers, further expanding their partnership through the manufacture of wing spars for a civil aircraft programme. The US customer, a manufacturer of both civil and military aircraft, has selected FIGEAC AÉRO Wichita (FIGEAC AÉRO North America) for its expertise in machining large
3TOP Aviation Services (3TOP) has acquired two Embraer E190-100 regional aircraft as part of a strategic move into the growing regional jet aftermarket sector. The aircraft, bearing MSNs 19000470 and 19000479, were previously operated by Alitalia. The acquisition marks a diversification of 3TOP’s portfolio and strengthens its position within the global aviation supply chain. The
Global Airtech has signed a five-year component availability agreement with BBN Airlines Thailand to support operations across its A320 fleet. The agreement covers the leasing of fast-moving and mission-critical airframe and engine components, strategically positioned at BBN Thailand’s facilities in Bangkok. Inventory replenishment will be supported through Global Airtech’s regional pool in Singapore, while repairs
GE Aerospace has announced the global rollout of its 360 Foam Wash jet engine cleaning technology across maintenance, repair and overhaul facilities. The foam wash system is designed as an alternative to traditional water wash methods, using a specially formulated proprietary cleaning solution to remove dust and dirt from engines. The process helps lower exhaust
Finnair has selected Liebherr-Aerospace to overhaul the nose landing gear systems for its Airbus A350 fleet. All overhaul work will be carried out in-house at Liebherr-Aerospace’s facility in Lindenberg, Germany, drawing on the company’s expertise as both the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and a specialist provider of landing gear maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services.
SIA Engineering Company (SIAEC) officially opened Base Maintenance Malaysia (BMM) on May 22, its wholly owned base maintenance facility at Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, Subang. BMM forms part of SIAEC’s regional base maintenance network, adding capacity to support its existing hangar operations in Singapore and the Philippines. The facility will provide maintenance, repair and
