MRO & Manufacturing
ITP Aero Expands Repair Services for Pratt & Whitney GTF Engines
ITP Aero signs a five-year deal with Pratt & Whitney to provide advanced repairs for PW1500G and PW1900G engines at its Madrid facility starting in 2027.
This article is based on an official press release from ITP Aero.
ITP Aero has announced a new long-term agreement with Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, to expand its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities for the Geared Turbofan (GTF) engine family. The five-year contracts focuses on providing complex component repair services for the Stator Assembly, Turbine Intermediate Case (TIC) Vane Pack on the PW1500G and PW1900G engines.
This expansion solidifies ITP Aero’s position within the global aerospace supply chain and the Pratt & Whitney GTF MRO network. According to the company’s press release, ITP Aero is one of the few companies globally equipped to perform these advanced repairs, which are expected to be fully industrialized to meet peak demand anticipated between 2026 and 2028.
The agreement builds upon ITP Aero’s existing role as a Risk and Revenue Sharing Partner (RRSP) in the GTF program, marking a significant step in the company’s lifecycle support for the engine family.
Expanding MRO Capabilities in Madrid
The advanced repair services will be integrated into ITP Aero’s broader MRO strategy. The company stated that its Ajalvir facility, located in Madrid, will serve as the hub for these operations. The facility is slated to provide full MRO services and testing capabilities for both the PW1500G and PW1900G engines.
First inductions at the Ajalvir site are planned for early 2027. This timeline aligns with the broader industry need for increased maintenance capacity as the in-service fleet of GTF engines continues to grow and mature. ITP Aero officially joined Pratt & Whitney’s global GTF MRO Network in June 2025, paving the way for this expanded scope of work.
Strengthening the GTF Partnership
ITP Aero’s involvement with the GTF engine family extends beyond maintenance and repair. In January 2026, the company achieved a manufacturing milestone by delivering its first combustor for the PW1500G and PW1900G engines. The addition of the TIC Vane Pack repair contract bridges the gap between the company’s manufacturing activities and its aftermarket service offerings.
The integration of complex component repair capabilities is designed to support the operational reliability of the in-service fleet. Company leadership emphasized the strategic importance of this dual role in both producing and maintaining critical engine components.
“Building on our role as an RRSP and our existing aftermarket services, we are adding complex component repair capability… to support the in‑service fleet.”
AirPro News analysis
The aerospace industry is currently facing significant demand for engine maintenance, particularly for new-generation powerplants like the Pratt & Whitney GTF. By securing this five-year contract, ITP Aero is positioning itself to capture a critical segment of the aftermarket revenue stream. The specific focus on the PW1500G and the PW1900G highlights the growing need for specialized repair capacity for modern commercial-aircraft engines.
Furthermore, the timeline for industrializing these repairs ahead of the 2026 to 2028 peak demand window suggests a proactive approach to supply-chain and maintenance bottlenecks that have challenged the aviation sector in recent years. We view this integration of manufacturing and MRO services as a stabilizing factor for the broader GTF operational ecosystem.
Frequently Asked Questions
What engines are covered under the new ITP Aero and Pratt & Whitney agreement?
The five-year contract covers complex component repair services for the PW1500G and PW1900G engines, which are part of the Pratt & Whitney GTF family.
What specific component will ITP Aero repair?
According to the press release, ITP Aero will provide repair services for the Stator Assembly, Turbine Intermediate Case (TIC) Vane Pack.
Where will the MRO services take place?
The full MRO services and testing for these engines will be conducted at ITP Aero’s Ajalvir facility in Madrid, with first inductions planned for early 2027.
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