GA Telesis Engine Services (“GATES”) has entered into a long-term engine maintenance contract with Lion Air. According to the agreement signed between the two companies GA Telesis Engine Services will cover the maintenance and repairs of the CFM56-7B engines that power the Lion Air Group airlines Boeing 737NG fleet (including Batik Malaysia & Thai Lion Air). In addition, it includes lease engine support, LLP management, and logistics support.
The first engine under this contract will be inducted in GATES in early October 2022. GA Telesis Engine Services is a global jet engine maintenance provider offering customized engine overhaul services. Lion Air is the largest airline in Indonesia & second largest low-cost airline in Southeast Asia.
“I appreciate GATES tenacity in working together with Lion Air to reach an agreement which is beneficial to both parties and look forward to further business with GATES in the near future!” said Dennis Kirana, Asst. Director PT, Batam Aero Technic, MRO subsidiary, the Lion Air Group.