Gallery: MRO Shops Adding Engine Capabilities

James Pozzi

SSAMC Gets LEAP-1B Test Cell Qualification

Sichuan Services Aero-engine Maintenance Company became the first MRO in China to gain LEAP-1B test cell upgrade in its test cell at its facility in Shuangliu, Chengdu.

ST Engineering Bolsters Engine Repair Offerings

ST AerospaceEarlier in the year, ST Engineering announced its aerospace arm signed an agreement with CFM International to provide MRO support for its LEAP-1B engine. Through the agreement, ST Engineering will have the rights to the use technical data to perform MRO work on the LEAP-1B engine.

Magnetic Engines says it is able accommodate up to 10 engines at a time for work and storage.

Aero Norway Invests In Equipment, Engine Inventory

Aero NorwayAero Norway spent around $1.5 million on a new high speed grinder for its workshop in Stavanger. This was followed up by investment in five more CFM56-3 engines which were reintroduced into its refurbish and sell program to support its customers and fill the slots caused by deferred -5B/-7B workscopes caused by COVID-19.

Pratt & WhitneyPratt & Whitney has been ramping up its aftermarket network following the introduction of the GTF engine into service.

Heston Adds Engine On-Wing MRO Services

Australia-based Heston MRO has added several engine on-wing repair services to its aftermarket offerings. As part of a CASA Part 145 approval, the company has introduced engines borescope inspections, bore blending, components inventory checks, quick engine change and line replaceable unit replacement, end of lease inspections, engine preservation and technical consultancy services.

FL Technics Adds Quick-Turn Engine Repairs

Lithuania-based FL Technics’ engine division has opened a new facility for CFM56 family engine MRO quick turn activities in Kaunas. The new hangar, operated by FL Technics Engine Services, was recently granted Part-145 approval from Lithuania’s aviation regulator the Transport Competency Agency of Republic of Lithuania with approval from EASA. It operates in close proximity to FL Technics’ main facilities in the city.

MHI Eyes Aftermarket Services Expansion

Japanese engine specialist Mitsubishi Heavy Industries intends to grow its engine aftermarket business and is eyeing new additions to its repair capabilities in the next few months. Its facility currently offers repair services for the IAE V2500 and Pratt & Whitney's PW4000 engine.

While the aviation industry has grinded to a halt in the wake of COVID-19, MRO shops are still planning ahead. Here's some of the recent engine capability additions made in the commercial aftermarket in 2020.