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Hyderabad to repair critical engine parts for Airbus, Boeing jets
Hyderabad to repair critical engine parts for Airbus, Boeing jets
GMR Aero Technic has signed a licence agreement with Honeywell Aerospace to repair critical engine components for Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX planes in Hyderabad, boosting India's aircraft maintenance, repair and…
The Story in Brief
GMR Aero Technic has signed a licence agreement with Honeywell Aerospace to repair critical engine components for Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX planes in Hyderabad, boosting India's aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities. The deal covers seven Honeywell line replaceable units (LRUs) used in LEAP engines, including disassembly, inspection, repair, reassembly and functional testing. The partnership aims to reduce turnaround time for Indian and regional airlines, cutting reliance on overseas repair centres. GMR Aero Technic's president Ashok Gopinath said the collaboration leverages Honeywell's technology and the firm's infrastructure, while Honeywell's Cooper Cullen called India one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets.
The Indian Opinion
Yet another 'Make in India' achievement is hailed, but the real test is whether this MRO hub can actually slash turnaround times for Indian airlines. IndiGo and SpiceJet still send engines abroad for heavy maintenance. Until domestic facilities handle full overhauls, the claim of 'self-reliance' in aviation remains incomplete. The number of LEAP engine repairs done here in the first year will tell the real story.
Sources (2): thehindu.com, thehindubusinessline.com
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Updated: this story now draws on 2 sources.
