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Turkish Airlines (THY) has signed a memorandum of understanding with aircraft engine manufacturer CFM International to purchase more than 300 LEAP-1B engines, including spares, for its expanding Boeing 737 MAX fleet, while also moving forward with plans to strengthen engine maintenance capabilities in Türkiye.
Announced Friday, the agreement brings together Turkish Airlines, its maintenance subsidiary Turkish Technic and CFM International, covering both new engine purchases and long-term maintenance support for the airline's operations.
The deal is linked to Turkish Airlines' previously announced Boeing 737 MAX order, which includes 100 confirmed aircraft purchases and options for an additional 50 planes.
Beyond the new purchases, the agreement aims to provide long-term service support for more than 600 LEAP-1B engines operated by Turkish Airlines and its subsidiary AJet.
The arrangement also covers engines already ordered or delivered, spare units, engines associated with leased aircraft and potential future orders.
As part of the cooperation, CFM will provide material services to support a planned engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility in Türkiye. MRO refers to the technical work required to inspect, repair and restore aircraft engines to maintain their operational condition.
The agreement is expected to help Turkish Technic expand its existing aircraft and component maintenance operations into more comprehensive LEAP engine services.
The memorandum was signed at a ceremony in Istanbul by Turkish Airlines Chairman Murat Seker, Turkish Technic General Manager Mikail Akbulut and Olivier Andries, CEO of Safran, one of CFM International's parent companies.
Seker said the cooperation would support the airline's expanding fleet and flight network while improving operational efficiency. He added that the agreement would provide the expertise and long-term support needed to develop LEAP engine maintenance, repair and overhaul capabilities in Türkiye.
Akbulut said Turkish Technic would build on its existing aircraft and component maintenance expertise to offer comprehensive services for LEAP engines, alongside continued investment in engine maintenance infrastructure.
Meanwhile, Andries said the deal would strengthen CFM's nearly 40-year partnership with Turkish Airlines and support the carrier's fleet expansion.
GE Aerospace Chairman and CEO H. Lawrence Culp Jr. also welcomed the cooperation, emphasizing the company's commitment to supporting Turkish Airlines' network growth and engine maintenance capabilities.
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