12 February 2020:Collins Aerospace Systems has signed a five-year tailored FlightSense agreement which is worth approximately $200M, to service air management and electric power components for Japan Airlines’ (JAL) growing fleet of Boeing 787 aircraft. The new agreement builds on a 14-year relationship between the two organisations and now consists of a total of 51 aircraft through 2025.
The FlightSense agreement is a tailored asset management and maintenance programme which is made for JAL’s unique operational requirements. Collins Aerospace will help guarantee the availability of JAL’s onsite assets by providing access to a global pool network, and maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) supply chain management. Also, Collins Aerospace will continue to offer JAL with exceptional MRO services at a reduced cost, while relying on Collins’ distinctive OEM technical capabilities for optimised product performance and aircraft uptime.
Collins Aerospace will also continue to support JAL’s in-house repair capabilities which consists of test equipment, technical support, and personalised reliability enhancement programmes.
“Collins Aerospace is proud to provide Japan Airlines with comprehensive MRO support to help maximise the operational efficiency of their 787 fleet,” said Ryan Hudson, vice president, Power & Controls Aftermarket, at Collins Aerospace. “Through our tailored FlightSense programme, we will work side by side with the airline to help ensure that their aircraft achieve optimal performance.”
“Our unique ability to meet JAL’s needs effectively by applying our technical expertise and extensive global MRO network, has been key to the strength of our long-standing, collaborative relationship with JAL,” said Thierry Tosi, vice president, Sales & Surplus at Collins Aerospace. “We are honored they have entrusted us to help support their growing fleet of new aircraft.”
"Through this renewed FlightSense programme, JAL entrusts Collins Aerospace again with an essential role for further improving the reliability and efficiency of 787 fleet operation." said Kojiro Yamashita, vice president, Aircraft and Engineering Procurement at Japan Airlines. "I believe Collins Aerospace will meet our expectation with its quality service and remain a strong supporter for airline business."