Turkish Technic, a globally recognized leader in aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, has solidified its long-standing partnership with Air India Express by signing a significant new agreement.
This deal will see Turkish Technic provide comprehensive component support for Air India Express’s expanding fleet of Boeing 737-8 and 737-10 aircraft.
MRO Support for 737-8 and 737-10
Under the terms of the agreement, Turkish Technic will deliver a suite of essential component services. These include pooling, repair, overhaul, modification, and logistics support for a substantial 190 Boeing aircraft – specifically, the 737-8 and 737-10 models.
This comprehensive package will support the efficient operation of Air India Express’s growing fleet.
Mikail Akbulut, CEO and Board Member of Turkish Technic, expressed his enthusiasm for the continued collaboration. “We are delighted to further strengthen our partnership with Air India Express through this new agreement,” he stated.
“The continuation of our cooperation is a testament to our reliability in component support, supply, and solution services.”
Akbulut emphasized Turkish Technic’s confidence in its capabilities and global supply chain network, highlighting their commitment to enhancing Air India Express’s operational efficiency. “We thank Air India Express for choosing us as their trusted solution partner. We are excited to contribute to the elevation of Indian aviation,” he concluded.
Aloke Singh, Managing Director of Air India Express, echoed this positive sentiment. “We are happy to have Turkish Technic as our partner for the component support and solution service for the B737-8 and B737-10 aircraft,” Singh commented.
He emphasized the importance of this collaboration in bolstering Air India Express’s repair and maintenance competencies, particularly for the airline’s rapidly expanding B737 family.
“The collaboration will further bolster our repairs and maintenance competencies for the airline’s rapidly growing B737 family of aircraft and enhance our reliability and availability of components for aircraft operations,” he added.
Building on Existing MRO Relationship
This new agreement builds upon an existing foundation of collaboration between Turkish Technic and Air India Express.
For years, Turkish Technic has been a trusted partner, providing maintenance solutions to the airline. This latest agreement reinforces the commitment of both organizations to operational excellence.
By ensuring uninterrupted and seamless operations for Air India Express, Turkish Technic plays a crucial role in supporting the airline’s growth trajectory.
About Turkish Airlines
Founded in 1933 with a modest fleet of five aircraft, Turkish Airlines has grown into a global aviation powerhouse. As a member of the Star Alliance, the airline boasts an impressive fleet of 491 passenger and cargo aircraft. Turkish Airlines connects passengers to 352 destinations worldwide, encompassing 299 international and 53 domestic routes across 131 countries.
About Air India
A pioneer of Indian aviation, Air India’s history dates back to 1932 when it was founded by JRD Tata. The airline has established an extensive global network, connecting India to 29 countries across five continents.
Air India serves major destinations in the USA, Canada, UK, Europe, Africa, Asia Pacific, Australia, and the Middle East. Following its return to the Tata Group in 2022, Air India embarked on “Vihaan.AI,” a five-year transformation journey.
This ambitious plan aims to establish Air India as a leading global airline with an Indian heart. The transformation is being implemented in phases.
“Taxi” and “Take-off” focused on foundational improvements, while the current “Climb” phase emphasizes operational excellence and customer experience.
As a member of the Star Alliance, Air India offers seamless connectivity as a full-service global airline. Its wholly-owned subsidiary, Air India Express, operates as a low-cost carrier, focusing on domestic and regional routes.
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