
African Pilot Magazine:
MRO – Maintenance, Refurb & Overhaul

SalamAir and Mach Aerospace International Partner to Provide Aircraft Wheels and Brakes Maintenance Services
SalamAir and Mach Aerospace International sign a 10-year MOU to establish aircraft wheels and brakes maintenance facilities in Oman, boosting local MRO capability.

Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways Expand Partnership with Codeshare Flights to 19 Destinations
Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways expand their partnership with codeshare flights to 19 destinations, enhancing Africa–Asia–Middle East connectivity.

BAE Systems and Aviation Concepts, LLC Renew International Distributor Agreement
BAE Systems and Aviation Concepts renew their international distributor agreement, strengthening global access to aerospace parts and support solutions.

Safran Strengthens Its Industrial Footprint in Morocco to Support Growth in Global Air Traffic
Safran expands in Morocco with new LEAP MRO and assembly facilities, investing €350m to boost aerospace capacity and create over 2,000 jobs by 2030.

Veryon AIRE Redefines Aviation Maintenance with AI-Powered Intelligence Across the Entire Fleet
Veryon launches AIRE, an AI-powered aviation intelligence platform delivering predictive maintenance, smarter fleet management, and enhanced reliability.

Yingling Aviation Completes First Winglet Installation on Falcon 900
Yingling Aviation completes its first Falcon 900 winglet installation ahead of schedule, showcasing precision engineering and exceptional craftsmanship.

Acron Aviation and Flight Data Technologies Join Forces to Deliver an Innovative Vision for Flight Data Management
Acron Aviation and Flight Data Technologies partner to enhance flight data management, improving safety, efficiency, and reducing operating costs.

Continental’s AvGas Engine Training Returns to Lanseria, South Africa
Continental returns to Lanseria for AvGas engine training, equipping African mechanics with hands-on skills and awarding factory training certificates.

Minister of Aviation Performs Groundbreaking of Air Peace MRO Facility in Lagos
Nigeria’s Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo breaks ground on Air Peace’s new MRO facility in Lagos, set to create 50,000 jobs and boost regional maintenance capacity.

HUBTEX to Present New Work Platform for Aircraft Maintenance at MRO Europe 2025
Discover HUBTEX’s new omnidirectional EPL platform for safe, precise aircraft maintenance and assembly, debuting at MRO Europe 2025 in London.

The Rise of Pilot Maintenance: The IFALPA Weighs In
IFALPA’s new position paper on pilot maintenance sparks debate in Africa, balancing safety, training and operational realities across the continent.

FL Technics Becomes Official Channel Partner of Honeywell Aerospace Technologies
FL Technics has been appointed as an official Honeywell Aerospace Technologies channel partner, allowing the company to deliver Honeywell engines and APU products with OEM-certified installation and support for business and general aviation customers worldwide.

ATS Continues Growth Through Q2 With Expansion of Client Base and Regulatory Approvals
ATS Group continues its 2025 growth with new regulatory approvals, key leadership appointments, and international maintenance agreements with Ethiopian Airlines and AJet, strengthening its presence across the Middle East and Africa.

Airbus A330-900neo “Aapravasi Ghat” Returns to Mauritius After an Extended Maintenance Visit
Air Mauritius’ Airbus A330-900neo, Aapravasi Ghat, has returned to Mauritius after a three-month maintenance visit in Naples, complete with a renewed Airworthiness Review Certificate and scheduled inspections before re-entering commercial service.
FlyMachine is Reinventing Aircraft Refurbishment. One 3D Render at a Time
Discover how FlyMachine is revolutionising aircraft refurbishment through cutting-edge 3D modelling, eliminating costly surprises and transforming the client experience from concept to completion.

Think Before You Refurb: Common Pitfalls and How to Dodge Them
Refurbishing an aircraft can add real value when done right—but common mistakes can be costly. Francois Denton of Executive Aircraft Refurbishment outlines key pitfalls to avoid and how proper planning, budgeting, and MRO partnerships can make all the difference.

Predictive Maintenance Revolution: Why Digital Twins and Skilled Technicians Are a Winning Combo
Digital twins and predictive maintenance are transforming aircraft MRO, but a global shortage of skilled aviation technicians could limit their impact. Aerviva’s Jekaterina Shalopanova explores how airlines can harness this tech revolution while closing the growing skills gap.

Building a Safer Future: A Vision for Safety Management in Aviation
Lelani Austen of LAMM Safety shares her mission to improve aviation safety management systems within aircraft maintenance operations, addressing human factors, reporting culture, and future trends in safety innovation.

ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa Completes Dassault-Approved Modification Work on Falcon 900EX
ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa, a subsidiary of Dassault Aviation, has completed a 2C heavy maintenance check on a Falcon 900EX, including wing modifications, cabin refurbishment, and landing gear overhaul. The Johannesburg-based facility remains a preferred Falcon service centre for African operators.

ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa Completes its First Gearbox Replacement on Challenger 604
ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa has successfully completed its first engine accessory gearbox (AGB) replacement on a Bombardier Challenger 604, reducing aircraft downtime with on-wing maintenance.

CAAC Certifies ExecuJet MRO Services Malaysia as an Approved Maintenance Organisation for Falcon Aircraft
ExecuJet MRO Services Malaysia has received CAAC approval to perform line and base maintenance on China-registered Falcon 7X and Falcon 2000EX EASy aircraft, marking a significant milestone in its expansion within the Asian business aviation market.

StandardAero Signs 15-Year CFM LEAP Support Agreement with Major Middle East Airline; Engine Inductions Already Underway
StandardAero signed a 15-year agreement with a major Middle Eastern airline to provide MRO services for CFM International LEAP engines. Its San Antonio facility supports LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines with performance restoration, component repairs, and lease engine support, serving airlines across the globe.

