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AAR Acquires HAECO Americas To Expand Heavy Maintenance Operations

AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR), a leading aviation services provider for commercial and government operators, has announced the acquisition of HAECO Americas from HAECO Group for $78 million in an all-cash transaction, subject to customary adjustments. This acquisition immediately strengthens AAR’s heavy maintenance footprint and advances its strategic goal of expanding the Repair & Engineering segment, one of the company’s four operating divisions.

Airinmar Wins Multi-Year Warranty Services Agreement With Malaysia Airlines

Airinmar, a subsidiary of AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR), has secured a multi-year support services agreement with Malaysia Airlines to deliver specialized aircraft warranty management and value engineering services. The new partnership will focus on maximizing warranty recovery, reducing component repair expenses, and driving down the overall cost of maintenance across Malaysia Airlines’ diverse fleet.

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AAR Signs Exclusive Defense Distribution Agreement With AmSafe Bridport

AAR CORP. has signed a multi-year exclusive defense distribution agreement with AmSafe Bridport, a TransDigm company, marking a significant expansion of its defense aftermarket capabilities. Under the new agreement, AAR will act as the exclusive distributor for KC-46 Pegasus and C-40 Clipper platforms, serving both direct and indirect sales channels across the global defense and military aftermarket. This includes the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency, U.S. Armed…

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AAR Secures Multi-Year Nacelle MRO Agreement with Cebu Pacific

AAR (US) has signed a multi-year nacelle maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) agreement with Cebu Pacific Air (Philippines) to support the airline’s Airbus A320 fleet, powered by CFM56-5B engines. The contract will see AAR performing nacelle MRO services at its Chonburi, Thailand facility, reinforcing its commitment to expanding support for Asia-Pacific carriers.

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AAR Signs Exclusive Agreement for PMA High-Pressure Turbine Blades for PW4000 Engines

AAR (US) has announced the signing of an exclusive Distribution and License Agreement with BELAC, a subsidiary of Chromalloy (US), for PMA (Parts Manufacturer Approval) high-pressure turbine blades developed for PW4000 engine platforms. This agreement strengthens AAR’s position as a leading distributor of high-performance aftermarket aerospace components.

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AAR Reports 26% Sales Increase in 2Q Fiscal 2025

AAR, a leading provider of aviation services based in the United States, has released its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2025, which ended on November 30, 2024. The company reported a 26% increase in sales, reaching $686 million. Despite this robust growth, AAR recorded a GAAP net loss of $31 million, reflecting ongoing operational and financial challenges.

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AFI KLM E&M and AAR Form Nacelle JV in Thailand

AFI KLM E&M (France) and AAR (US), two major global players in the aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) industry, have announced a strategic partnership to form a joint venture in the Asia-Pacific region. The JV will be headquartered in Chonburi, Thailand, and will specialize in the maintenance and support of nacelles for new-generation aircraft.

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AAR Signs Multi-Year Agreement to Supply Chromalloy PMA Parts for CF6-80C2 Engine

AAR, a US-based aviation services provider, has signed a multi-year agreement with Chromalloy to distribute Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) parts for the CF6-80C2 engine. This partnership covers the high pressure turbine Stage 1 and Stage 2 turbine blades, components critical to engine efficiency and durability. The agreement aligns with AAR’s strategy to expand its parts distribution network, providing airlines and maintenance providers with…