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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.

  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • 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.

    Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways
  • 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.

    BAE Systems and Aviation Concepts, LLC Renew International Distributor Agreement
  • 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.

    Safran Strengthens Its Industrial Footprint in Morocco to Support Growth in Global Air Traffic
  • 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.

    Veryon AIRE brings generative AI to life across the Veryon product suite in three distinct ways: conversational intelligence, predictive analytics, and decision support. Together, these capabilities enhance efficiency and deliver insights for every operator.
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • 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.

    Completed winglet install on a Falcon 900 in Yingling Aviation hangar
  • 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.

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  • 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.

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    24 September 2025

    Level 2 class disassembles engine
  • 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.

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    22 September 2025

    Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace, Nigeria
  • 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.

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    9 September 2025

    A notable feature of the EPL platforms is their comprehensive collision protection: Depending on specifications, Hubtex integrates various sensors, cameras, automatic braking functions or load monitoring.
  • 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.

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    1 September 2025

    The Rise of Pilot Maintenance: The IFALPA Weighs In
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • 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.

    FL-Technics becomes official channel partner of Honeywell Aerospace Technologies
  • 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.

    ATS Continues Growth Through Q2 With Expansion of Client Base and Regulatory Approvals
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  • 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.

    Predictive Maintenance Revolution: Why Digital Twins and Skilled Technicians Are a Winning Combo
  • 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.

    Building a Safer Future: A Vision for Safety Management in Aviation
  • 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.

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    28 February 2025

    Bombardier Challenger 604 undergoing engine accessory gearbox (AGB) at ExecuJet MRO Services South Africa
  • 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.

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    13 February 2025

  • 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.

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    13 February 2025