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IAI to support PW4000 engines of Air Transport Services Group

IAI to support PW4000 engines of Air Transport Services Group
ATSG's longstanding relationship with IAI, which includes the conversion of over 150 Boeing 767 aircraft, is further solidified with this newly signed contract.

IAI’s Bedek MRO Division will carry out the engine MRO on the Cargo Aircraft Management Pratt & Whitney PW4000 engines at its cutting-edge facilities.

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) Aviation Group has inked a significant long-term contract to maintain and service Pratt & Whitney PW4000 engines for Cargo Aircraft Management (CAM), the leasing company of Air Transport Services Group (ATSG). IAI’s Bedek MRO Division will carry out engine maintenance at its cutting-edge facilities, renowned as a global center of knowledge and a leading Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) house.

ATSG’s longstanding relationship with IAI, which includes the conversion of over 150 Boeing 767 aircraft, is further solidified with this newly signed contract. The agreement underscores the depth of cooperation between IAI, ATSG, and CAM, showcasing the value ATSG places on its partnership with IAI as it continues to deliver industry-leading services to its leasing customers in the United States and globally.

Ido Ben Cnaan, VP & General Manager, Bedek MRO of Aviation Group, Israel Aerospace Industries said, “For the last 70 years, Bedek MRO has been considered a world leader in the MRO sector, with extensive experience in the fields of maintenance, repair, and overhaul, for a variety of aircraft and engines – including the PW4000. We are proud of the confidence and long-standing cooperation with ATSG being strengthened with the signing of the current contract. IAI welcomes this long-term contract and expects to deepen the business connections both between our companies, and with the American market.”

IAI’s Bedek MRO serves aviation companies and commercial operators worldwide, offering a comprehensive range of MRO capabilities for aircraft, engines, and subsystems. IAI’s support spans both wide- and narrow-body aircraft produced by leading manufacturers such as Boeing, Airbus, and Lockheed Martin. The Aviation Group excels in various areas, including the conversion of passenger aircraft to freighter configurations, business jets, aerostructures, aircraft upgrades, and more.

The Aviation Group’s recognition as a global center for aviation expertise positions IAI as a key player in the industry. Through its diverse activities, spanning military and civilian manned aircraft, MRO, business jets, and more, IAI continues to contribute significantly to the advancement of aviation technology and services.

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The long-term contract with ATSG’s Cargo Aircraft Management reaffirms IAI’s commitment to delivering excellence, reliability, and serviceable engine support. The collaboration between these industry leaders not only deepens business connections but also underscores the shared commitment to meeting the evolving needs of the American market and the global aviation community.

Question- Who will carry out the engine MRO on the Cargo Aircraft Management Pratt & Whitney PW4000 engines?
Answers- IAI’s Bedek MRO Division

Question-What does Bedek MRO Division of IAI specialize in?
Answers- Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) for a variety of aircraft and engines

Question-What kind of aircraft has IAI converted over 150 of for ATSG?
Answers- Boeing 767 aircraft


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