MRO & Production

Spirit AeroSystems has leveraged advanced composite technology from its Research and Development portfolio to introduce new work at the company’s U.K. facility. Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon visited Spirit’s site in Prestwick, Ayrshire, to share details of the new single-aisle spoiler work on the Airbus A320 family programs. “We are pleased to utilize this innovative […]

Boeing Shanghai Aviation Services and Xiamen Air celebrated the completion of the first 787-8 base maintenance check, also known as a C-check and Wi-Fi modification at Boeing Shanghai’s hangar at Shanghai Pudong Airport. The relationship with Xiamen Air solidifies Boeing Shanghai’s position in the global market for 787 heavy maintenance and connectivity modifications as it

OEMServices, headquartered in France and Thompson Robbins Components, headquartered in Singapore, member of the Thompson Robbins Group, have jointly signed an agreement to work together to explore growth opportunities in the Asia Pacific region in the field of components services for the airline industry. OEMServices is a joint venture between four Original Equipment Manufacturers namely,

AFI KLM E&M has entered into an agreement with Delta Air Lines to provide component support for the U.S. carrier’s entire Airbus A350 fleet as well as a reciprocal component agreement which takes advantage of Delta TechOps component capabilities. The maintenance solutions to be performed by AFI KLM E&M cover component repairs and access to

Components for the 50th A320 Family aircraft to be built in the United States are now on their way to Mobile, Alabama, marking another milestone for Airbus’ global network of jetliner final assembly facilities. A sea-going ship carrying large components for the single-aisle jetliner – including the front and aft fuselage sections, wings, vertical tail

Daher has inaugurated its newest logistics and industrial facility on August 29, which supplies Airbus Helicopters’ facility in Querétaro, Mexico, dedicated to metallic aerostructures activities. Located in a 3,200-m² building, this facility supplies Airbus Helicopters’ nearby production center of metallic aerostructures, which notably includes the production of overwing emergency exit doors and bulk cargo compartment

Jet Maintenance Solutions (JET MS), a global provider of integrated aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul solutions for business and regional aviation, has received all relevant approvals to launch Bombardier Global 5000/6000 jet type maintenance. Having undergone technical personnel training, obtained all necessary approvals, as well as CAA’s certificate earlier this month, Jet Maintenance Solutions is

C&L Aerospace, in partnership with Securaplane Technologies, a Meggitt PLC Company, have received a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the Securaplane Sealed Lead Acid (SLA) Batteries for Saab 340 aircraft. In conjunction with the STC, Securaplane and C&L have entered into an agreement that designates C&L as the worldwide Saab 340 Securaplane SLA Mainship battery

CHC Helicopter has signed a contract with Airbus Helicopters for an HCare Smart full-by-the-hour (FBH) contract. It will support a smooth entry into service for CHC’s first medium-twin H175. CHC Helicopter has signed an HCare services contract to cover the operator’s H175 helicopter, based in Aberdeen, Scotland. Under this nose to tail contract, Airbus Helicopters

Qantas plans a major cabin upgrade for its fleet of 12 Airbus A380s to improve passenger comfort on long haul flights. The A380 project was announced with several other product investments at Qantas’ full year results on August 25. A multi-million dollar upgrade will see a change in the seat mix on the super jumbos