ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Dassault Aviation, will be exhibiting at the Africa Aerospace & Defence (AAD) Expo 2026 at Waterkloof Air Force Base in Pretoria (16-20 September).
Vince Goncalves, Regional Vice President Africa at ExecuJet MRO Services, said, “As AAD celebrates 25 years of bringing together the aerospace and defence industries in the region, we are proud to support this important event and demonstrate our ongoing commitment to the industry including the South African Air Force (SAAF).”
The company will host customers and industry stakeholders at Chalet 14, creating a relaxed environment to connect, catch up and exchange ideas. While the company will showcase its capabilities in airframe maintenance, AOG support, avionics installation and upgrades, aircraft modification, component maintenance and engine maintenance, the chalet will also provide an opportunity for broader industry discussions, networking and informal conversation.
ExecuJet MRO Services, which has its global headquarters at South Africa’s Lanseria International Airport outside Johannesburg, provides aircraft maintenance services and support to both civil and military operators, including the SAAF.
The SAAF recently extended the company’s contract to provide airframe heavy maintenance and component support for its fleet of two Falcon 50 and one Falcon 900 aircraft. ExecuJet also recently supported the SAAF in completing a major C-check on one of its Falcon 50 aircraft, including extensive refurbishment of the landing gear and interior.
Goncalves said, “ExecuJet started in 1991 with the SAAF as its founding customer. Our longstanding relationship reflects our success in delivering high-quality maintenance, engineering and technical services for critical aviation operations.” He added that defence customers, including the SAAF, account for a significant portion of its overall business.
ExecuJet also provides Honeywell TPE331 engine overhauls and repairs for the SAAF’s fleet of CASA C-212 military transports as well as major periodic inspections (MPI) and repairs on the Honeywell TFE731 engines installed on the Falcon fleet.
Goncalves said, “We are seeing continued growth in the African business aviation market with additional aircraft entering the region,” citing the recent addition of a Dassault Falcon 2000 and an Embraer Phenom 300 to the South African aircraft registry as notable examples.
Goncalves added, “The need for efficient air connectivity across Africa is driving the growth. Business aviation remains a vital enabler of economic development and connectivity across the continent, where vast distances and limited airline networks often make efficient air transport essential.”
He said, “We look forward to welcoming customers and partners to Chalet 14 at AAD 2026 to discuss how our team can support their operational requirements.”
