Zurich, Switzerland, SR Technics, part of the Mubadala Aerospace MRO network, has today redelivered the 50th heavy maintenance check on an Airbus A319 aircraft for easyJet out of its Malta facility. The aircraft will depart Malta Luqa Airport today for Gatwick.

In addition to the heavy maintenance checks, the Malta facility has also completed eight end-of- lease (EOL) checks for the airline, a further four are planned to be completed by the end of  2012. All work is completed out of SR Technics’ two-bay hangar at Safi Aviation Park.

André Wall, SR Technics' president, said “This is a proud moment for us. Less than two years ago we set up operations in Malta, with a new facility and team. Today, through this high-performing team’s dedication to achieving best in class quality and reliability we have delivered all 50 aircraft on time, a huge achievement.

“The team has also been able to reduce the turnaround time for heavy maintenance checks from 14 to 10 days, bringing about increased operational efficiency for each aircraft foreasyJet. It is results like these that show why we chose Malta to be our Center of Excellence for narrowbody aircraft. We look forward to continuing to support easyJet’s narrowbody maintenance requirements out of Malta for years to come and further developing our strong strategic partnership.”

Warwick Brady, easyJet's chief operations officer added, “This is a wonderful milestone that we are celebrating with SR Technics, the redelivery of the 50th aircraft is testament to the hard work and dedication of the skilled workforce at SR Technics in Malta. SR Technics is an industry
leading strategic partner for a range of maintenance activities and key to delivering a reliable and efficient operation. The team at the Malta facility have succeeded in returning all 50 aircraft successfully and on time, which is a significant achievement.”

Lawrence Gonzi, Malta’s Prime Minister, commented, “Malta continues to position itself as an aircraft maintenance centre of international repute. In less than two years, the SR Technics operation in Malta has already built a reputation further enhancing Malta’s attractiveness. The operation is expanding and increasing its workforce and contributing to the growth of this economic industry. The work undertaken by the Maltese facility on easyJet’s fleet confirms the dedication and high standards of the Maltese workforce. Government is continuing to invest in education and infrastructure in order to sustain the growth of this industry. The newly opened Safi Aviation Park will continue to position Malta as an attractive destination for investment.”