Satair (Denmark) has entered into a multi-year agreement with Vietjet (Vietnam) to provide Integrated Material Services (IMS) for the airline’s Airbus A320 and A330 fleet. This partnership strengthens Vietjet’s supply chain and ensures optimized maintenance operations.
Pratt & Whitney (US) is strengthening its global maintenance network for GTF engines, with the addition of Sanad Group (UAE) as a new MRO provider. The partnership will see Sanad Group establish a cutting-edge facility to support GTF engine overhauls, with full operations expected by 2028.
British Airways (UK) is set to acquire Boeing’s hangar facility and MRO business at London Gatwick, marking a strategic expansion of its maintenance capabilities. This move will secure jobs at the site and strengthen BA’s long-term operational presence at Gatwick Airport.
Aeroflot Technics (Russia) has announced plans to broaden its maintenance and repair competencies, focusing on engine overhauls for A320, B737, and B777 aircraft. The company aims to complete the development of these new MRO capabilities by April 2025.
Airbus is facing significant supply chain challenges, leading to a delay of up to one year for the A350F freighter program. Additionally, the manufacturer is encountering hurdles in increasing A350 production in the coming months due to component shortages and logistical constraints.
On February 17, 2025, Delta Connection Flight 4819, operated by Endeavor Air, experienced a critical incident upon landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport. The Bombardier CRJ900LR aircraft, tail number N932XJ, was completing its scheduled flight from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport when it overturned on the runway during the landing process.
VoePass (Brazil) has successfully obtained temporary court protection, preventing the seizure of aircraft and creditor collection efforts for 60 days. This legal safeguard allows the airline to restructure its financial obligations and work toward stabilizing operations.
CAE (US) has announced the appointment of four new directors to its Board of Directors, including Calin Rovinescu, who will serve as the Chair of the Board. The new board members include Peter Lee, Katherine Lehman, and Louis Tetu, bringing extensive leadership and industry expertise to CAE’s governance team.
SF Airlines (China) has expanded its freighter fleet with the delivery of its 25th Boeing 767-300BCF, serial 30048, powered by CF6-80C2B7F engines. This latest addition reinforces SF Airlines’ position as China’s largest cargo airline, enhancing its long-haul freight capabilities.
Malaysia Airlines has successfully addressed the technical issues affecting its A330neo fleet, allowing it to resume deliveries of the remaining 19 aircraft starting February 2025 and continuing through 2026.
