An agreement on cooperation in the repair of Russian helicopters in Azerbaijan was reached between Silk Way Helicopter Services and the Russian Helicopters holding in 2016. The idea of creating a fully functional service center capable of performing repairs (up to overhaul) on the basis of the airline arose after the development of the field repair of the first helicopter.
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Aviatic MRO for a strategic cooperation in establishing an aircraft maintenance center at the Siauliai Airport (former Soviet military airport), Lithuania. The new site will provide aircraft maintenance and overhaul services, the conversion of B737NG passenger airplanes into cargo configuration, and the training, certification, and licensing of personnel. Aviatic will run the maintenance center and will support the interaction with the Lithuanian regulators, including planning and infrastructure development.
Avia Solutions Group subsidiary, Jet MS (former FL Technics Jets), a provider of base and line maintenance services for business and regional aircraft, has acquired the UK-based RAS Group, comprising RAS Completions and RAS Interiors.
Aeroflot Group MRO provider A‑Technics has been audited in accordance with the Bermuda Civil Aviation Authorities (BCAA) requirements and received the OTAR Part‑145 Option 2 Certificate. The new certificate is completely independent and does not depend on the EASA Part 145 certificate of the European aviation authorities.
2020 was a challenging year for all companies without exception, as well as for Zina Flight Support. Despite the crisis in aviation, the company continued its work and successfully supports its partners around the world, offering an extensive list of spare parts.
Despite the challenging conditions and restrictions associated with the COVID‑19 pandemic, the company has not suspended development of its second repair shop. Galley Equipment, Oxygen Cylinders, Fire Extinguishers, Escape Slides, Avionics, IDG / CSD generators, Brake&Wheels, Batteries, paint and non‑destructive testing (NDT) services — Total Technic continues to grow with fast and confident steps.
