Following the launch in 2013 of AFI KLM E&M Components China, its components repair workshop in Shanghai, AFI KLM E&M has now deployed a logistics centre under the same roof in order to support the A350’s future operators throughout China and the region. As of now, several dozen orders for the new-generation Airbus widebody have
Aero Controls has been awarded a consignment contract from an unnamed consignor of over 3500 units of 737NG components with an approximate fair market value of US$20M. Included in the award are thrust reversers, inlet cowls, flight control surfaces, wheels, brakes, and other components. This consignment adds depth to the present inventory of Aero Controls
Boeing has launched a new Nacelle and Flight-Control Surface Exchange Program. It provides airlines an integrated and economical solution, while building on Boeing’s successful history of exchange programs. Under the program, customers can exchange nacelle and flight-control surface parts that need repair or overhaul from a certified pool that Boeing maintains throughout its global network.
With Lufthansa ready to start scheduled A350 operations on February 10, 2017, Lufthansa Technik’s support for the newest Airbus widebody is in full swing. Lufthansa Technik is not only licensed and ready to maintain the Airbus A350 in all aspects of the aircraft’s life cycle, the company is also the first address for a unique
FL Technics has opened a new line maintenance station at Batumi International Airport (BUS). With the opening of the third location, FL Technics now has ground presence in all of Georgia’s international airports. The new line maintenance station is equipped to service the most popular Airbus A320 and Boeing 737NG aircraft types. FL Technics first
The Cayman Islands flag-carrier has signed a contract covering full component support for a Boeing 737-800 that joined its fleet in December. The aircraft was supported by AFI KLM E&M with its previous operator. The agreement comes under the AFI KLM E&M Boeing Component Services Program. The program, launched in 2005, guarantees customers total control
Avtrade has received final permission to further maximise its UK Global Headquarters site based in Sayers Common, West Sussex. As one of the leading global component service providers to the aviation industry, the rapid growth of Avtrade’s global customer base has escalated the need for additional warehousing facilities. The proposed new warehouse will enable the
AAR has signed a three-year agreement to provide landing gear overhaul and exchange services for SkyWest’s operating carriers. The agreement, which covers landing gear assemblies and sub-assemblies on its fleet of more than 400 Bombardier CRJ aircraft, includes the option to extend to five years. The agreement builds on a relationship with SkyWest that dates
Sycamore Aviation has opened its new US facility at Goodyear, AZ. With its excellent infrastructure and easy access through Phoenix Sky Harbor, Goodyear is a well established and premium location for aircraft disassembly and storage. January 2017 saw Sycamore Aviation take residency within a new US$10m facility at the airport and to date, have carried
Norway-based engine MRO facility Aero Norway AS has moved to a shift work programme to increase its production capacity as the rate of engine inductions at the facility continues to grow. Over the next few months its skilled and experienced engineers will supervise the training of ten new apprentices as the Company reinforces its commitment
