The first Korean Air LEAP-1B engine at Delta TechOps in Atlanta.
Delta TechOps Powers Ahead with First Third-Party LEAP-1B Engine Contract
The first Korean Air LEAP-1B engine at Delta TechOps in Atlanta.
Delta TechOps announces its first third-party LEAP-1B maintenance contract for the engines powering Korean Air’s 737 MAX fleet. This milestone demonstrates Delta TechOps as a premier provider of advanced maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) solutions and a trusted partner to the global LEAP operating community.
“Next-generation engines demand next-generation support, and this is where Delta TechOps excels,” says John Laughter, EVP–chief of operations and president of Delta TechOps. “Our LEAP-1B capability is powered by the expertise of the best people in the industry, built on decades of knowledge and a commitment to innovation — delivering the performance and reliability that keep fleets flying.”
Delta TechOps is a CFM Premier MRO provider for LEAP engines — one of only six globally authorized under CFM’s Branded Services Agreement. As the first North American MRO to earn this exclusive designation, Delta TechOps sets the pace for next-generation engine support, combining deep technical knowledge with proven operational excellence.
“We have great confidence in Delta TechOps’ world-class technical expertise and maintenance quality, and we expect this agreement to further enhance our collaboration across the full spectrum of MRO,” says Jongseok Yoo, EVP and chief safety and operating officer at Korean Air. “This LEAP-1B engine agreement is a testament to our mutual focus on achieving the highest standards of operational assurance for our next-generation fleet.”
The rapid growth of LEAP-1B-powered fleets is fueling a new wave of maintenance requirements, and Delta TechOps is ready to support operators worldwide.
“As airlines transition to next-generation aircraft, the need for advanced engine maintenance is surging,” says Alain Bellemare, EVP–president of International and chairman–Delta MRO. “Delta TechOps’ LEAP-1B expertise demonstrates our ability to meet this demand with unmatched proficiency, setting the benchmark for technical mastery and innovation in the global MRO industry.”
This contract builds on existing MRO work between Delta TechOps and Korean Air. Delta TechOps previously supported CF6 engine maintenance for Asiana Airlines, a subsidiary of Korean Air.
Delta TechOps is the largest MRO in North America and one of the most experienced providers worldwide, supporting more than 150 global operators. With 25 years of experience spanning engines, components and airframe maintenance, Delta TechOps employs thousands of aviation professionals dedicated to delivering industry-leading performance and innovation.