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EIRTECH AVIATION SERVICES, Ireland opened new US engineering facility in Fort Worth, TX for providing avionic and cabin engineering services.

The new program is currently partnering with multiple aviation companies to secure employment upon completion of the course.

Aftermarket companies at MRO Europe discuss impacts from inflation and potential global investment opportunities.

CFM said that it has reviewed all documentation turned over by AOG Technics following a UK court order issued in early October.

Aviation Week speaks with newly appointed Aero Norway CEO Neil Russell on the sidelines of MRO Europe about his business priorities.

As U.S. companies rethink their presence amid heightened political tensions, some in Europe are doubling down on the market.

AFI KLM E&M was selected by Norse Atlantic to provide Prognos for Aircraft predictive maintenance solution for 787s.

AVES AERO TECHNIC AVIATION, Turkey acquired ex-Singapore 777-200 (33371) from AviaAM Leasing for part out.

MAMMOTH FREIGHTERS inducted its first 777-300ER (35299; ex-Nordwind) for freighter conversion for AviaAM Leasing as part of deal for six; mods are being performed by ASPIRE MRO, TX. Mammoth currently has two 777-200LR freighter conversions in work, with the first aircraft having all surround structure installed and nearing completion.

AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERS has Air Inuit order for three 737-800SF freighter conversions for 2024; first aircraft (40852; ex-Comair) is slated to begin modification in November 2023 at KF AEROSPACE, Canada for delivery in March 2024.

GOL expanded its commerical partnership with Air France-KLM for another 10 years in which both parties will grant each other exclusivity of routes between Europe and Brazil; deal includes CFM56/LEAP maintenance by AFI KLM E&M.

How SR Technics is ramping up operations for new-generation engine types and planning to reduce CO2 emissions across its global network.

TEESSIDE INTL AIRPORT, UK is building new 27,000 sq ft maintenance hangar for mid-2024; a second is planned.

BOEING GLOBAL SERVICES earned $784m on $4.8b revenues in 3Q23 vs $733m on $4.4b in 3Q22; it has $18b backlog.

MAB ENGINEERING, Malaysia setting up engine service facility with assistance from MTU MAINTENANCE ZHUHAI.

HAECO GROUP was licensed by Safran Aerosystems to perform evacuation slide maintenance services for C919s.

LUFTHANSA TECHNIK was selected by Orlando-based National Airlines to overhaul 11 CF6-80s (for 747Fs) over the next five years; deal includes Cyclean engine wash services, AOG support and consumable and expendables support.

De Havilland Canada has selected Universal Avionics as the lead supplier of integrated flight decks for its line of firefighting aircraft.

The global approach to MRO of the F-35 needs to be a model for other weapons as the Pentagon looks to co-develop and co-produce critical systems, the DOD says.

Engine removals caused a higher-than-normal cancellation rate for Hawaiian early in the third quarter, CEO Peter Ingram said.

FINNAIR announced plan to refurbish interiors of 12 E190s (operated by Nordic Regional Airlines) in 2024-2025.

LUFTHANSA TECHNIK has 7-year Total Component Support contract from Hawaiian for 34 A330ceos/18 A321neos.

Air Canada is opting for Boeing 787-10s after canceling its 777F order but could still convert some of its 777s that will soon retire from passenger service.

Panelists at MRO Europe highlighted techniques and opportunities to reduce aftermarket turnaround time for repairs.

Test capability adds to existing hospital shop visit services at the facility.