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FL Technics strengthens UAE footprints with new line maintenance service for Wizz Air

FL Technics has set up a full-fledged line maintenance package under GCAA certification.

FL Technics has established a dedicated entity to provide support services for Wizz Air’s fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft in and out of Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH).

FL Technics has started a line maintenance business in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates with an aim to provide solutions for Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. With an aim to enhance its footprint across the UAE and strengthen its partnership with Wizz Air, FL Technics has established a dedicated entity to provide support services for the carrier’s fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft in and out of Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH).

Successful ongoing partnership in other markets between the two companies, led to the mutual commitment to growth, Wizz Air is launching new travel routes across the Middle East. The new Abu Dhabi station is the second FL Technics line maintenance station in the region, the first being to the currently operated station in Dubai International Airport (DXB).

Zilvinas Lapinskas, CEO, FL Technics stated, “United Arab Emirates has always been perceived as a pinnacle of global aviation, a hub of highest standards and quality, would it be state-led activities, or global business operations. Thus, I am excited to see the success of our team, meeting the benchmark of services, and starting dedicated line maintenance entity with GCAA approval in place. I am also glad to see ambitious growth of our long-term partner – Wizz Air – and proud to support it from the very beginning. And I am sure, this is only the start of more strategic projects and developments for FL Technics in the region.”

The new capacity with the capability after the GCAA approval is a decisive strategic step that will enable FL Technics to establish its presence in the Middle East region which has now for years demonstrated ever-growing potential and impressive developments within the aviation industry. With vast numbers of passengers, world-leading airlines, and a pool of renowned lessors in the Middle-East it is the go-to-market for aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul solutions.

Wizz Air will benefit from the global MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) service provider since FL Technics has set up a full-fledged line maintenance package under GCAA certification which includes the scheduled and on-call maintenance, parts and components supply chain services, as well as management and administration of the projects in-line with UAE regulations and requirements.