HAECO Xiamen To Maintain PAL's A321 Fleet

HAECO Group, a global leader in aircraft engineering solutions, has announced the commencement of base maintenance services for Philippine Airlines' Airbus A321 fleet at its facility in Xiamen.

The HAECO team welcomes a Philippine Airlines Airbus A321 to its cutting-edge maintenance facility in Xiamen. | Photo: HAECO

The new service, which began in August 2024, marks the continuation of a longstanding partnership between the two companies, with HAECO having provided over 40 maintenance inputs for the Philippines' flag carrier since their initial agreement in 1999.

As part of this collaboration, HAECO will perform heavy maintenance checks, or D-Checks, at its advanced hangar located at Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport.

The company, which is renowned for its comprehensive suite of aircraft engineering services, is excited to support Philippine Airlines in maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational efficiency.

“HAECO is delighted to welcome Philippine Airlines back to our hangars,” said Gerald Steinhoff, Chief Commercial Officer of HAECO Group. “

Our experienced maintenance team is dedicated to delivering world-class services, ensuring the highest levels of safety and performance for the airline’s fleet. We look forward to continuing our support for Philippine Airlines' expanding fleet.”

Philippine Airlines, the country’s flag carrier, shares HAECO’s enthusiasm for this ongoing partnership.

"We are pleased to engage HAECO for the maintenance of our A321 fleet," said PAL Senior Vice President & Chief Supply Chain Officer, Alvin Limqueco.

"This collaboration allows us to uphold the high operational standards that our passengers expect, ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance with all regulatory requirements."

HAECO's Xiamen facility, renowned for its state-of-the-art technology and efficiency, offers a full range of nose-to-tail maintenance services for global airline customers. Equipped with 12 wide-body and six narrow-body bays, the facility is capable of accommodating multiple aircraft types.

HAECO Xiamen is noted for its green design and innovation, which contribute to operational efficiency while maintaining a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.

As the largest single-span aircraft maintenance hangar in the world, HAECO Xiamen exemplifies the company’s commitment to delivering top-tier services while investing in technological advancements.

This partnership between HAECO and Philippine Airlines not only reinforces the latter's focus on delivering high-quality service to its passengers but also highlights HAECO's role as a key player in supporting the global aviation industry.