StandardAero has been selected for the MRO contract due to its extensive experience with the T56 engine family.
The U.S. Navy has awarded StandardAero a $315.7 million contract to perform depot-level maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for Rolls-Royce T56-A-427A engines, which support the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye aircraft. The contract spans a base year plus four option years.StandardAero has been servicing the T56-A-427A engines since 2021 as a subcontractor to Rolls-Royce. Their continued selection for this role is attributed to their extensive experience and proven track record with the T56 engine family. With more than 50 years of industry experience, StandardAero is recognized for having the most comprehensive overhaul and repair capabilities for the T56 engines globally.
Rick Pataky, VP-GM, Military programs in San Antonio, StandardAero, said, “StandardAero’s delivery of high-quality MRO services ensures the fleet’s needs and mission readiness and capabilities. We are proud to continue our partnership with the U.S. Navy, and as a Navy veteran myself, I have a deep appreciation for the mission carried out by the aircraft that our engines power.”
StandardAero, already a subcontractor to Rolls-Royce for T56-A-427A engine MRO services since 2021, has been selected due to its extensive experience with the T56 engine family. With over 50 years in the industry, StandardAero is the T56 engine depot for multiple international defense forces, including the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, and several allied nations.
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The company’s extensive clientele includes the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, Canadian Forces, Royal Australian Air Force, Royal Netherlands Air Force, Swedish Defence Forces, and several other international military customers. This broad experience underscores StandardAero’s position as a leading depot for T56 engines, showcasing their ability to support a diverse range of defense and military operations worldwide.
