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StandardAero expands Texas MRO footprint with Rolls-Royce authorization and PT6A consolidation at DFW

StandardAero’s Augusta, Georgia, facility has joined Rolls-Royce’s authorized service centre network, adding Tay and BR710 line maintenance for Gulfstream operators. Separately, the company has moved PT6A engine maintenance from Grapevine to its main campus at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, consolidating Texas services and expanding capacity and support capabilities.

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Prima Air wins FAA Part 145 approval for Burbank business-aircraft MRO facility

Prima Air has received FAA Part 145 certification for its maintenance facility in Burbank, California, authorizing the company to provide maintenance, repair and overhaul services for business aircraft. The approval establishes the facility as a certified repair station, expanding the services Prima Air can offer in the business aviation market.

FlightGlobal

Mammoth inducts first 777-200LR at STAECO’s Chinese freighter-conversion line

Mammoth Freighters has inducted its first Boeing 777-200LR for conversion at STAECO’s facility in Shandong province, China. The induction puts the aircraft into work at the company’s Chinese conversion line, extending its freighter-conversion activity to the facility.

AeroTime

Rolls-Royce expands CorporateCare coverage without raising hourly rate

Rolls-Royce has added coverage for minor engine damage and parts-return shipping to its CorporateCare Enhanced program, alongside other expanded benefits. The company says the changes will not increase the program’s hourly rate, potentially reducing participating aircraft owners’ out-of-pocket costs when covered needs arise.

AINonline

EVAS brings Beechcraft 1900D air-ambulance conversion to NBAA-BACE

Newfoundland-based EVAS is using U.S. sales partners to market its Beechcraft 1900D air-ambulance conversion to air-medical operators. The company is presenting the conversion at NBAA-BACE, putting a specialized aircraft offering before potential customers in the U.S. market.

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easyJet completes €4.1 million acquisition of Slovenian MRO provider Adria Tehnika

easyJet has completed its purchase of Adria Tehnika, adding Slovenian aircraft maintenance capacity to its in-house operations. The carrier announced its intention to buy the MRO provider in December; it plans to retain Adria Tehnika’s third-party business while strengthening support for its own fleet.

Leeham News

GE Aerospace posts 18% third-quarter revenue growth as Culp cites solid demand and services tailwinds

GE Aerospace CEO Larry Culp said demand remained solid as third-quarter revenue increased 18% and profit rose 30%. The company’s results underscore the growing importance of engine servicing to revenue as engine makers navigate challenging conditions.

Leeham News

GE Rides Strong Services Tailwinds Despite Challenging Times