Under the agreement, Airinmar will collaborate with Philippine Airlines’s Aircraft Material Management team to deliver services that contribute to the recovery of aircraft warranty entitlements and reduce the cost of component repair.
Airinmar, a subsidiary of AAR, a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company, has signed a multi-year support services extension with Philippine Airlines (PAL). The extension focuses on providing a comprehensive suite of support services, covering both aircraft warranty and value engineering, to enhance PAL’s Aircraft Material Management activities. Under the agreement, Airinmar will collaborate with PAL’s Aircraft Material Management team to deliver services that contribute to the recovery of aircraft warranty entitlements and reduce the cost of component repair. The extension builds on the successful partnership initiated at the start of 2020 and underscores Airinmar’s commitment to value engineering and solid warranty management.
PAL recognizes the value of Airinmar’s expertise in engineering knowledge and comprehensive support services, aligning with the airline’s safety and efficiency goals. The partnership aims to drive down PAL’s operational maintenance costs, contributing to sustained improvement goals and supporting the airline’s growth strategy.
“Since we implemented Airinmar’s services at the start of 2020, Airinmar has been a trusted partner. We appreciate their commitment to value engineering and solid warranty management, which has contributed to meeting Philippine Airlines’ safety and efficiency goals,” said Alvin Kendrich Limqueco, PAL SVP, Supply Chain Management Group. “We will continue to leverage Airinmar’s comprehensive engineering knowledge and expertise to help drive down PAL’s operational maintenance costs and thereby contribute to our overall sustained improvement goals,” he further added.
Airinmar’s value engineering support will focus on delivering cost savings by ensuring supplier compliance with PAL’s contracted component repairs and minimizing out-of-scope repair charges for components’ flight-hour requirements. The aircraft warranty management services provided by Airinmar cover the identification, claim, and recovery of multiple aircraft warranty entitlements from manufacturers such as Airbus, Boeing, and de Havilland and their suppliers.
Airinmar, with 35 years of experience, has been a trusted partner for airlines, MROs, OEMs, helicopter operators, and military programs. The company specializes in providing tailored component repair and warranty management support services, leading to reduced repair expenditure, improved component availability, and enhanced operational efficiencies.
“We are delighted to extend our successful relationship with PAL and continue working alongside their Aircraft Material Management team to reduce maintenance costs across PAL’s multiple fleet types,” said Matt Davies, General Manager, Airinmar.“We are excited to be part of PAL’s growth strategy as their fleet expands with new aircraft deliveries in the coming years,” he further added.AAR, the parent company of Airinmar, is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company operating in over 20 countries. The company supports commercial and government customers through its four operating segments: Parts Supply, Repair & Engineering, Integrated Solutions, and Expeditionary Services.
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Philippine Airlines (PAL), the flag carrier of the Philippines, is known for being the country’s only full-service network airline. PAL operates a diverse fleet of Boeing, Airbus, and De Havilland aircraft, serving both domestic and international destinations. The airline is recognized for its hallmark warm and gracious Filipino service, supporting the global economy through air cargo and charter services.
Question- What are the key benefits of the extended partnership between Airinmar and Philippine Airlines (PAL)?
Answer- Reduced aircraft maintenance costs through warranty recovery and value engineering.
Question- How does Airinmar’s value engineering expertise contribute to PAL’s goals?
Answer- By ensuring contracted repairs are completed correctly, minimizing unnecessary charges.
Question- What specific services does Airinmar provide to recover aircraft warranty entitlements for PAL?
Answer- Identifying, filing, and claiming warranty entitlements from various manufacturers and suppliers.
