## Embraer Expands MRO Network with Gama Aviation Partnership for European Operations
Embraer, a leading global aerospace manufacturer, has announced a significant expansion of its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services through a strategic partnership with Gama Aviation. This collaboration establishes a new MRO facility in Bournemouth, UK, solidifying Embraer’s commitment to providing comprehensive support to aircraft owners in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
The Bournemouth facility will become an integral part of Embraer’s Authorized Service Center network, offering a comprehensive range of services tailored to the needs of Phenom and Legacy aircraft operators. Gama Aviation, renowned for its expertise in aviation services, will provide line maintenance support for the Phenom 100 and Phenom 300 series, ensuring smooth operations and optimal performance. Additionally, base maintenance for Legacy 600 and Legacy 650 aircraft will be offered, ensuring these aircraft maintain peak efficiency and safety.
Beyond routine maintenance, Gama Aviation will deliver a comprehensive suite of services including:
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On-demand maintenance:
Addressing unforeseen issues promptly and efficiently.*
Livery design:
Enhancing aircraft aesthetics and branding.*
Interior enhancements:
Creating customized cabin interiors for optimal comfort and luxury.*
Pre-purchase evaluations:
Providing expert assessments to ensure aircraft quality and value.*
Avionics upgrades:
Integrating the latest technology for improved performance and safety.Paul Kinch, Managing Director of Gama Aviation MRO, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership:
“We are delighted to have been selected by Embraer as an Authorized Service Centre. Embraer sets an understandably high bar for its network, and we are excited to work with customers to support their Phenom and Legacy aircraft via our base MRO capability in Bournemouth, our line stations at Farnborough and Luton, plus our nationwide Mobile Support Team (MST) service.”Frank Stevens, Vice President of Global MRO Centers for Embraer Services & Support, highlighted the significance of Gama Aviation joining the network:
“It is an honor to have Gama Aviation joining our network. Gama Aviation is a reference in the MRO market and performs several activities with the excellence our customers require. We aim to continue growing and enhancing our capabilities, capacity, and footprint to better support our customers in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.”Embraer’s Executive Jets network now boasts eight Embraer Owned Services Centers and ten Embraer Authorized Service Centers across Europe, with a total of 64 locations globally. The company remains committed to expanding its reach and capabilities, recently doubling its MRO capacity for business jets in the United States. This expansion includes new maintenance lines in Dallas Love Field, TX; Cleveland, OH; and Sanford, FL., showcasing Embraer’s dedication to providing world-class support to its growing customer base.
This strategic partnership with Gama Aviation reinforces Embraer’s commitment to delivering exceptional MRO services to its European customers. The expanded network ensures that aircraft owners have access to a comprehensive range of services, contributing to smooth operations, enhanced performance, and optimal aircraft value.