GA Telesis (GAT) has appointed Asif Alikhan as Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial & Revenue Officer of its Flight Solutions Group (FSG) business unit. Alikhan moves into the role from within the GA Telesis organisation, where he previously held a senior commercial leadership position at GA Telesis Engine Services (GATES). In his new role,
Aerotranscargo FZE (ATC FZE), Garuda Maintenance facility Aero Asia (GMF), and AIR ONE Technics (AOT) jointly announced a strategic partnership through an MoU signed in Dubai, outlining new Boeing 747 freighter maintenance cooperation for 2026/2027. The MoU establishes a framework for collaboration between the three parties, combining GMF’s global MRO capabilities, ATC FZE’s worldwide wide-body
There is no question that in the field of MRO, aircraft maintenance checks present an opportunity to streamline processes in order to both reduce costs and also time aircraft spend on the ground. Add questions surrounding scheduling and availability of parts through the seemingly constant bugbear of supply chain problems, and all of a sudden
Aircraft Propeller Service (APS) has completed its first overhaul of Collins Aerospace 568F propeller blades at its new MRO facility in Malaysia. It marks the first time this propeller type has been serviced within the region. Until now, all Collins 568F propellers had to be shipped to North America or Europe for overhaul. With APS’s
Vallair has introduced a new governance structure across its maintenance centres. The move aligns with market expectations and customer needs. It also aims to improve management efficiency and support the group’s long-term growth strategy. Grégoire Lebigot resumes his role as CEO of Vallair Industries and now also leads the Châteauroux MRO centre. He will work
SITA has announced a new partnership with Palo Alto Networks to deliver robust cybersecurity protection for mission-critical airport applications. This collaboration marks a significant milestone by integrating Palo Alto Networks’ AI-powered cybersecurity platforms into SITA’s CyberSecurity portfolio. SITA will oversee management and operations through its CyberSOC, ensuring the protection of remote site access, mobile workforce,
Qatar Airways Cargo has announced a landmark strategic partnership with MASkargo, the cargo subsidiary of Malaysia Aviation Group. The partnership, inaugurated by Qatar Airways Cargo’s Chief Officer Cargo, Mark Drusch, and MASkargo’s Chief Executive, Mark Jason Thomas, signifies a major step towards strengthening global cargo connectivity and operational efficiency. Officially launched on October 1, 2024,
Due to a further increase in demand, Magnetic Group‘s sub-brand, Magnetic MRO, has announced the commencement of construction for maintenance hangars at Tallinn Airport. This serves as a stepping stone in Magnetic MRO’s expansion strategy and commitment to serve the growing needs of its current and prospective client base. Jan Kotka, COO of Magnetic Group,
The Board of Directors of GE Aerospace has approved a new employment agreement extending the leadership term for H. Lawrence Culp, Jr., the company’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. Effective July 1, 2024, this agreement extends his term through December 31, 2027, or such later date and role as mutually agreed by the parties, up
The Board of Directors of Daher Group has appointed Didier Kayat as the new Chairman of the Board, succeeding Patrick Daher, who has held the position since 2016. Kayat will continue to serve as the Group’s Chief Executive Officer. Olivier Genis will assume the role of Vice President of the Board. These leadership changes are
