Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) has named Sylvain Fagot as Senior Vice President, Components at Air France Industries, effective October 1, 2026.
Fagot succeeds François Gueguen, who is leaving AFI KLM E&M to become Executive Vice President, Fleet, Engineering & Maintenance at Transavia France.
Fagot brings experience across aircraft maintenance, engineering and airline operations. He most recently led Fleet, Engineering & Maintenance at Transavia France.
Anne Brachet, Executive Vice President of Air France-KLM Engineering & Maintenance, said, “We are very pleased to welcome Sylvain to Air France Industries. His extensive experience in engineering and maintenance, combined with his strong understanding of airline operations, will be a valuable asset to the organization. I would also like to thank François for his commitment and strong contribution to AFI KLM E&M, and wish him every success in his new role at Transavia France.”
Previously, he served as Senior Vice President Engineering & Maintenance at HOP! Air France, where he held responsibility for technical and operational activities.
Fagot also spent more than 20 years at Air France Industries, holding several management positions across the organisation. His experience covers both airline technical operations and MRO activities.
In his new role, Fagot will oversee the development of Air France Industries’ component activities and their operational performance. His responsibilities will include the continued development of component capabilities supporting aircraft maintenance and customer requirements.
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Vincent D’Andrea, Executive Vice President of Air France Industries, stated, “Sylvain brings a strong combination of technical expertise and operational experience to Air France Industries. His background will be a great asset as we continue to develop our components activities and strengthen our offering to customers. I would also like to thank François for his dedication and results-driven approach, which have been greatly appreciated.”
The leadership change comes as AFI KLM E&M continues to develop its aircraft component activities, with Fagot bringing experience from both airline engineering organisations and the wider Air France Industries MRO network.
