ETIHAD ENGINEERING completed 6-year heavy check on first A380 for return to service from storage as part of multi-aircraft deal; workscope included installation of new interior, rear spar/frame mods, and off-wing engine inspections.
Etihad Engineering has completed a six-year heavy maintenance check on the first of four Airbus A380s it is returning to service on the Abu Dhabi-London route.
The aftermarket has seen some big mergers recently, such as Heico’s purchase of Wencor. Editors discuss why mergers are picking up and the outlook for more.
GENERAL ATOMICS AEROTEC SYSTEMS (GA-ATS) was selected by Finnish Border Guard to upgrade and modernize navigation and communications systems of two Do228s at Oberphaffenhofen; deal includes heavy checks on aircraft.