Aeronautical Engineers, Inc. (AEI) is pleased to announce that Haikou-based Hainan Airlines Co., Ltd (Hainan) has commenced its second AEI B737-800SF freighter conversion as part of a three-freighter conversion order. The aircraft (MSN 32603) commenced modification on January 5th. Grand China Aviation Maintenance Co., Ltd (GCAM) is performing the modification touch labor and maintenance requirements. While not yet scheduled, the third aircraft is expected to commence modification immediately … [Read more...] about AEI announces Hainan Airlines commences second B737-800SF freighter conversion
MRO Conversions & Manufacturers
ST Engineering and LOT Polish Airlines extend partnership with multi-year nacelle MRO agreement
ST Engineering’s Commercial Aerospace business announced the expansion of its longstanding partnership with LOT Polish Airlines, securing a five-year nacelle maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) agreement to support the airline’s 15-strong Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet. This exclusive agreement not only extends ST Engineering’s nacelle MRO support for LOT Polish Airlines’ 787s, but also strengthens the collaboration with the introduction of a structured refurbishment programme that embeds … [Read more...] about ST Engineering and LOT Polish Airlines extend partnership with multi-year nacelle MRO agreement
World’s first Boeing 737-800 Combi conversion by KF Aerospace secures Supplemental Type Certificate (STC)
KF Aerospace is proud to announce the successful certification of the world’s first Boeing 737-800 Combi conversion, marking a major advancement in global aircraft modification capability. Transport Canada has officially approved the modification with the issuance of a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC #SA25-72), clearing the way for the aircraft to enter service. The newly certified 737-800 Combi integrates a unique multi-role configuration, featuring a forward cargo compartment with five … [Read more...] about World’s first Boeing 737-800 Combi conversion by KF Aerospace secures Supplemental Type Certificate (STC)
GA Telesis MRO Services Group signs multi-year agreement to overhaul landing gears for a large cargo carrier
GA Telesis, a global leader in integrated commercial aviation and aerospace solutions, has executed a multi-year agreement with a major worldwide cargo carrier to provide landing gear overhaul and exchange services through its MRO Services Landing Gear division. Under the terms of the agreement, GA Telesis MRO Services Group will perform comprehensive landing gear maintenance, repair, and overhaul (“MRO”) services covering a specific widebody aircraft fleet operated by the airline. This … [Read more...] about GA Telesis MRO Services Group signs multi-year agreement to overhaul landing gears for a large cargo carrier
How specialised aerospace logistics providers keep airlines flying
As a crucial part of the global aviation industry, specialised aerospace logistics providers must combine strict compliance with regulatory requirements and a flexible, proactive approach to every delivery. Two seasoned professionals from the logistics team of global MRO provider FL Technics, Raimondo Gramaglia, Head of Sales and Business Development, and Mažvydas Matažinskas, Head of Logistics and Storage, explain how strong partnerships and an adaptable mindset underpin success in this complex … [Read more...] about How specialised aerospace logistics providers keep airlines flying
AEI received Director General of Civil Aviation (India) STC approval for B737-800SF freighter conversion
Aeronautical Engineers, Inc. (AEI) announced that India’s Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has approved AEI’s STC (ST02690LA) for the 12-pallet position B737-800SF freighter conversion. AEI currently has FAA, CAAC, EASA, TCCA, UK CAA, CAACI (Cayman Islands), DCA (Guernsey), Brazilian, Argentinian ANAC and now Indian DGCA approval for its B737-800SF. Chennai-based Afcom Holding Limited, a cargo airline, is taking a previously converted AEI B737-800SF (MSN 33003) on lease and will … [Read more...] about AEI received Director General of Civil Aviation (India) STC approval for B737-800SF freighter conversion
