FL Technics Acquires Job Air Technic Expanding Central European MRO Capacity

This article is based on an official press release from FL Technics and additional industry data.

FL Technics Finalizes Acquisition of Job Air Technic, Expanding Central European Footprint

FL Technics, a global provider of aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services and a subsidiary of Avia Solutions Group, has officially completed its acquisitions of Job Air Technic. The transaction, which was initially announced last year, brings the Czech-based MRO specialist into FL Technics’ international network following the fulfillment of all closing conditions.

The acquisition represents a strategic expansion for FL Technics, designed to bolster its presence in Central Europe. By integrating Job Air Technic’s established operations, FL Technics aims to increase its capacity to service narrow-body and wide-body aircraft immediately, bypassing the lengthy timelines typically associated with constructing new maintenance facilities.

Operational Expansion and Capacity

According to company statements, Job Air Technic will continue its day-to-day operations while gradually integrating into the broader FL Technics organizational framework. The focus of the integration is on sharing technical expertise and aligning processes to create operational synergies.

Data regarding the acquisition indicates that the deal secures significant infrastructure for the group. Job Air Technic operates a facility at Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava (OSR) in the Czech Republic. Industry specifications for the site list approximately 17,000 square meters of hangar space, comprising two hangars with eight maintenance bays capable of servicing Airbus A320, Boeing 737, and Airbus A330 aircraft. The acquisition also brings a workforce of approximately 400 specialists into the FL Technics fold.

Zilvinas Lapinskas, CEO of FL Technics, emphasized the strategic value of acquiring an active facility rather than building from scratch.

“We are pleased to complete this acquisition and officially welcome Job Air to the FL Technics Group. Job Air brings strong maintenance expertise and an established operation that fits well with how we are expanding our network in Europe. It strengthens our presence in Central Europe and provides additional maintenance capacity in a location that is increasingly important for our customers.”

Zilvinas Lapinskas, CEO of FL Technics

Strategic Rationale and Market Context

The consolidation of MRO services is a growing trend in the aviation industry, driven by the need for scale and efficiency. Imrich Czere, CEO of Job Air Technic, noted that joining a global group offers new development opportunities in a shifting market.

“The MRO sector is currently undergoing significant consolidation, and becoming part of a global group represents strong potential and new opportunities for our continued development.”

Imrich Czere, CEO of Job Air Technic

FL Technics has stated that the combined teams will focus on ensuring customers benefit from the added scale and flexibility. The Ostrava location serves as a geographic hub, complementing existing heavy maintenance bases in Lithuania, the United Kingdom, and Indonesia. This “plug-and-play” approach allows the company to respond immediately to long-term demand for high-quality aircraft maintenance services.

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The Race for MRO Slots
The acquisition of Job Air Technic highlights a critical pressure point in the current aviation market: the scarcity of maintenance slots. With manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus facing delivery delays, airlines are extending the operational lives of older aircraft. This has triggered a surge in demand for “heavy maintenance” (C and D checks), creating a bottleneck at MRO facilities globally.

By acquiring an existing, certified facility with eight bays, FL Technics avoids the multi-year lead time required for construction and certification. This move positions them to capture immediate revenue from airlines desperate for slot availability. Furthermore, as a subsidiary of Avia Solutions Group, the world’s largest ACMI provider, FL Technics can now more efficiently service the group’s own massive fleet while competing aggressively with regional rivals like Czech Airlines Technics and larger players like Lufthansa Technik.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the status of Job Air Technic’s current operations?
Job Air Technic will continue its operations without interruption. The company will undergo a gradual integration into FL Technics’ framework to align processes and share expertise.

Where is the new facility located?
The acquired facility is located at Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava (OSR) in the Czech Republic.

What aircraft types can the new facility service?
The facility is equipped to service both narrow-body aircraft (such as the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 families) and wide-body aircraft (such as the Airbus A330).

Who is the parent company of FL Technics?
FL Technics is a subsidiary of Avia Solutions Group, a Dublin-based aviation holding company.

Sources

• FL Technics Press Release