MRO & Production

StandardAero becomes independent TRUEngine authorized MRO provider for CFM56 and CF34 engines

In its continued partnership with GE, StandardAero signed two license agreements to become an independent TRUEngine authorized maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) provider for CF34 and CFM56 engines, demonstrating a further commitment to OEM quality engine maintenance. By signing this agreement, StandardAero will be the first independent TRUEngine authorized MRO provider for CF34 engines and […]

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CIT Aerospace receives CF6 TRUEngine designation

CIT Aerospace has been awarded TRUEngine designation for its CF6 engine fleet, which powers its 13 Airbus CF6-80E-powered A330-200 aircraft. To qualify for TRUEngine status, the engine configuration, overhaul practices, spare parts and repairs used to service an engine must be consistent with GE requirements. In addition, all maintenance must comply with GE-issued engine manuals

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GECAS, CFM finalize PML maintenance product for lessors

GE Capital Aviation Services has reached agreement to participate in CFM International’s unique Portable Maintenance for Lessors (PML) program. The product is the first of its kind in the industry and enables lessors and operators to optimize engine maintenance costs throughout the life of an aircraft. Under the terms of the agreement, CFM will provide

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All Nippon Airways selects UTC Aerospace Systems for aspirator MRO-services

All Nippon Airways (ANA) has selected UTC Aerospace Systems for a long-term agreement to provide maintenance, repair and overhaul services (MRO) of aspirators on selected Boeing aircraft operated by the airline. The exclusive agreement covers aspirators on Boeing’s B737, B47, B767 and B777 airplanes, and the work will be performed at the UTC Aerospace Systems

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Sabena technics to perform A380 wing rib retrofits for Airbus

Sabena technics was selected by Airbus for the performance of wing rib retrofits on thirteen A380s. The first retrofits were performed earlier this year in Airbus’s facilities in Toulouse, France and the work will be continued in the MRO’s Bordeaux, France facility until the last quarter of 2014. The working party of the first A380

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Unison designs new CF34-8C/E igniter

Unison Industries announced the newly designed CF34-8C/E extended life igniter. The design is certified for use on CF34-8C1/-8C5/-8E1 platforms. It creates lower operating costs with a longer life extension resulting in reduced maintenance, an upgrade that mitigates side wall erosion, and higher temperature endurance to improve overall engine performance. The CF34-8C/E is engineered for performance,

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Hainan Airlines and CFM sign Long Term Service agreement

HNA Aviation Holding Company signed a long-term Rate per Flight Hour (RPFH) agreement with CFM International to support its fleet of CFM56-5B engines. Under the 15-year service agreement, CFM will provide maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) service and support for 84 CFM56-5B engines powering 42 Airbus A320s, along with eight spare engines. CFM will guarantee

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GE signs OnPoint Solution agreements with Air India and JAL

India’s national carrier, Air India, signed an OnPoint overhaul engine services agreement with GE Aviation for the time and material related to the maintenance, repair and overhaul of its 96 CFM56-5B engines that power its Airbus A320 aircraft fleet. Japan Airlines (JAL) signed an OnPoint solution agreement with GE Aviation for material solutions for its

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HOP!-REGIONAL selects Spairliners for E-Jet after-sales component services

Spairliners GmbH has announced its new contract with the regional airline HOP!-REGIONAL which includes the long term support of 26 E-170 and E-190 aircraft. Since two month Spairliners, a leader for Airbus A380 Integrated Component Care, additionally provides an equal spectrum to the E-Jet family of the Brazilian manufacturer Embraer. With the latest contract the

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