Boeing Global Services has announced a new agreement with Spirit AeroSystems and its affiliates to combine aftermarket resources, expanding the MRO footprint in support of nacelle and flight control repairs for the global 737 MAX fleet.
The offering was developed to expand its parts services options in response to customer needs, a Boeing release stated. This will be the first pooling program Boeing has offered for these specific high value large structural parts
Mini Desai, vice president of Commercial Spares and Managed Parts, Boeing Global Services, said with this agreement, Boeing Global Services is strategically positioned to assist all 737 MAX operators by providing lease and exchange programs to respond quickly to unforeseen events.
The agreement will enhance Boeing support for nacelle and flight control surface removals with a more robust MRO footprint while combining Boeing’s industry-leading asset pool with the hands-on repair experience of Spirit AeroSystems.
Kailash Krishnaswamy, Senior Vice President, Aftermarket Services, Spirit, said, “Over the last three years, we have expanded from a single MRO center in Wichita to five MRO centers on four continents, which will allow us to serve Boeing’s global customers locally. This strategic partnership will allow the company to provide customized, high-quality MRO solutions at industry leading turn-around times for our customers’ 737 MAX nacelles and flight controls, he added.
Spirit AeroSystems already has extensive experience with the 737 MAX as the original production manufacturer of the fuselage, thrust reverser, slats, and flaps.
The 737 MAX aircraft is powered by twin LEAP-1B engines from CFM International and was first introduced into service in 2017 with Malindo Air.
The aircraft is available in four variants - 737 Max 7, 737 Max 8, 737 Max 9 and the 737 Max 10.