SkyWest will open a maintenance base at Salina Regional Airport by spring 2026, focusing on regional jet upkeep and creating local jobs.
AAR CORP. will acquire Aircraft Reconfig Technologies for $35 million, boosting engineering and in-house certification in aircraft modifications.
SWISS renews a 10-year contract with Lufthansa Technik for Boeing 777 component support, ensuring maintenance efficiency and supply chain stability.
Delta TechOps secures first third-party CFM LEAP-1B engine maintenance contract with Korean Air, servicing 737 MAX fleets from Atlanta.
AAR CORP. and AFI KLM E&M finalize joint venture xcelle Asia, an FAA and EASA-certified nacelle MRO facility in Chonburi, Thailand.
IATA projects aerospace supply chain issues will cost airlines $11 billion in 2025, driven by delays, aging fleets, and geopolitical challenges.
Safran expands in Asia-Pacific with a new aerospace electrical manufacturing and MRO facility in Singapore, supporting key clients and MEA trends.
Täby Air Maintenance AB receives EASA certification to convert Saab 2000 turboprops into freighters, expanding regional cargo options.
easyJet signs agreement to acquire Adria Tehnika in Slovenia, expanding in-house heavy maintenance capabilities with a five-bay hangar and skilled workforce.
DAS Aviation, a West Star Aviation unit, acquires AQRD, combining engineering and repair to enhance aviation maintenance and reduce aircraft downtime.