MTU Maintenance has announced a 30-year lease agreement with the City of Fort Worth to expand its North American presence at Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport (AFW). As part of its long-term investment strategy through to 2050, the company will invest US$120 million to modernise and upgrade its 43,000 m2 facility. “MTU is taking
Horizon Aircraft has announced a strategic collaboration with internationally renowned mobility designer Andrea Mocellin. The partnership aims to refine both the design and aesthetics of the company’s hybrid-electric eVTOL aircraft, the Cavorite X7. Mocellin is celebrated for his innovative contributions across aviation, automotive and micromobility sectors. His impressive portfolio includes key roles at Lilium, Alfa
The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has announced the order of two additional Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft, bringing the total number in the multinational MRTT fleet (MMF) to 12. The latest order marks a significant expansion of the programme and coincides with the formal accession of Sweden and Denmark as
Embraer has officially opened its new MRO facilities at Perot Field Alliance Airport in Fort Worth, Texas. This strategic expansion, supported by the City of Fort Worth and the State of Texas, marks a significant step in Embraer’s growth in North America. Initial operations will begin in an existing hangar, with the construction of a
Aircraft Propeller Service (APS), a globally recognised specialist in aircraft propeller maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), has officially opened a new, cutting-edge facility in Selangor, Malaysia. This marks APS’ first foray into the Asian market and reinforces its long-term commitment to serving the Asia-Pacific region — currently the largest market for turboprop aircraft worldwide. The
StandardAero has been chosen by Firefly, a subsidiary of Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), to provide comprehensive maintenance support for its Pratt & Whitney Canada PW127M engines. The multi-year agreement will cover the engines powering Firefly’s ATR 72-500 fleet, helping to ensure continued reliability and operational performance. StandardAero will service the engines from its centres of
Thales has signed a memorandum of agreement (MoA) with Qatar Airways to support the airline’s latest strategic fleet expansion. The agreement sets a foundation for future innovation in inflight entertainment (IFE), aligned with Qatar Airways’ digital transformation goals. The MoA also outlines plans to explore the development of a dedicated IFE service and maintenance centre
Deutsche Aircraft has confirmed Aernnova as the supplier for the empennage of its D328eco regional aircraft, a key announcement made at the Paris Air Show. This development marks a significant strategic milestone, as Deutsche Aircraft has now secured all primary structure partners necessary for serial production. Aernnova, a globally recognised leader in aerostructures, will deliver
Sabena technics, an independent European MRO provider, and Aer Lingus, the Irish flag-carrying airline, have signed a memorandum of understanding outlining plans for future collaboration. Under the agreement, Sabena technics will carry out base maintenance and cabin enhancements on Aer Lingus’ Airbus A330 aircraft. The work will take place at Sabena technics’ Bordeaux facility over
At the Paris Air Show 2025, Saudia Group has signed a major 13-year agreement with Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance. Under the deal, Air France Industries, a provider of aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, will support and service 86 GE90 engines that power Saudia’s Boeing 777 fleet. The work will be
