Press release
AFI KLM E&M Partners with LOT Polish Airlines for LEAP-1B Quick Turn Support
Amsterdam, Paris, October 23rd, 2024
Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M), a global leader in Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services, is proud to announce a new partnership with LOT Polish Airlines for the support of its LEAP-1B engines. This collaboration was officially established at the MRO Europe 2024 in Barcelona and highlights AFI KLM E&M’s dedication to supporting the airline’s fleet renewal efforts.
LOT operates one of the youngest fleet in Europe. It has ambitious growth plans and the number of new generation aircraft in its fleet is growing strongly. The LEAP Quick Turn support adds to a long list of services entrusted to AFI KLM E&M. Already for many years AFI KLM E&M provides component support for the Boeing 787 and 737 fleet of LOT. This LEAP-1B QT agreement is, therefore, a further expansion of a long-term partnership.
AFI KLM E&M has considerable experience with this new generation engine. In 2022, AFI KLM E&M became part of the LEAP network by signing a CBSA license agreement for LEAP 1A and LEAP 1B. Up until today more than 70 (heavy) QT’s have been performed in its engine shops in Amsterdam and Paris.
“We are very enthusiastic to partner with AFI KLM E&M on the LEAP-1B. This engine plays an important role in our ambition to reduce our environmental impact and we’re confident that AFI KLM E&M has the knowledge and experience to maintain it to the highest standards.”
Krzysztof Krolak
CAMO Director at LOT Polish Airline
“The collaboration with LOT Polish Airlines underscores our dedication to providing advanced MRO solutions, including comprehensive LEAP services, that empower airlines to operate at their best. We are excited to contribute to LOT Polish Airlines fleet renewal strategy and enhance their operational capabilities”
Ton Dortmans
Executive Vice-President KLM Engineering & Maintenance
About LOT Polish Airlines
About AFI KLM E&M
Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance is a major multi-product MRO (Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul) provider. With a workforce of over 12,800, AFI KLM E&M offers comprehensive technical support for airlines, ranging from engineering and line maintenance to engine overhaul, aero structure, and fan thrust reverser support, as well as the management, repair, and supply of aircraft components, structured around a powerful logistics network. AFI KLM E&M supports almost 3,000 aircraft operated by 200 major international and domestic airlines.
