GA Telesis Engine Services has initiated the disassembly of the first CFM International CFM56-7B engine and has completed the disassembly of two CFM56-7B LPT Modules at the SPAH in Wilmington, Ohio, U.S.
GA Telesis Engine Services (GATES) has initiated the disassembly of the first CFM International CFM56-7B engine and successfully completed the disassembly of two CFM56-7B Low-Pressure Turbine (LPT) Modules at the Specialized Procedures Aeroengine Hospital (SPAH) in Wilmington, Ohio. The CFM56-7B engine and LPT Modules were delivered to SPAH by Aero Engine Solutions (AES). This marks a significant milestone for the joint venture between GA Telesis, LLC, and Air Transport Services Group, Inc. (ATSG).
The successful disassembly operations underscore the strategic growth initiatives at GATES US. The joint venture’s centrally located facility in Ohio provides considerable value to customers, with a focus on high-quality engine repair and overhaul services along with top-notch supply chain solutions.
Russ Shelton, President, GA Telesis Engine Services US said,“We are thrilled with the continued success of our strategic growth initiatives at GATES US. The inaugural disassembly with AES illustrates how our valued customers recognize and appreciate the tremendous value generated by our centrally located US facility. I am proud to witness the tangible results of our efforts, and we remain dedicated to fostering strong partnerships, delivering exceptional value, and further solidifying our position as a leader in the market.”
GA Telesis is a prominent provider of integrated services in the commercial aviation industry, operating globally across six continents. The company’s ecosystem, comprising Component Solutions, Leasing/Financing, Logistics Solutions, and MRO Services, allows it to offer innovative solutions to customers worldwide. The GA Telesis Ecosystem caters to landing gear, component/composite, and turbine engine repair, along with digital solutions, aiming to ensure “Customer Success.”
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GA Telesis Engine Services (GATES), a fully integrated subsidiary of GA Telesis, plays a crucial role in offering customers a comprehensive engine solution. The Helsinki-based GATES facility operates under various international aviation authorities’ approvals, including FAA, EASA, CAAC, TCCA, DGAC, GACA, ANAC, and ECAA for CFM56-5B, CFM56-7B, and General Electric CF6-80C2 turbine engines. The facility features an integrated test cell capable of handling up to 100,000 pounds of thrust and has the capacity to overhaul up to 200 engines annually. GATES Go-Team, authorized by EASA, is among the few companies permitted to perform remote repairs on installed aircraft engines.
Question – What is GA Telesis Engine Services (GATES) currently working on at its US facility?
Answer – GATES has initiated the disassembly of the first CFM International CFM56-7B engine and has successfully completed the disassembly of two CFM56-7B Low-Pressure Turbine (LPT) Modules at the Specialized Procedures Aeroengine Hospital (SPAH) in Wilmington, Ohio, U.S.
Question – What does the disassembly of the CFM56-7B engine and LPT Modules signify for GA Telesis?
Answer – The successful disassembly operations mark a significant milestone for the joint venture between GA Telesis, LLC, and Air Transport Services Group, Inc. (ATSG), and underscore the strategic growth initiatives at GATES US.
Question – What services does GA Telesis Engine Services (GATES) offer to its customers?
Answer – GATES offers customers a comprehensive engine solution, with a focus on high-quality engine repair and overhaul services, top-notch supply chain solutions, and the capacity to overhaul up to 200 engines annually at its Helsinki-based facility.
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