Air France-KLM and Airbus have established Alpha Component Solutions, a 50/50 joint venture dedicated to A350 component support. The new entity will manage a worldwide shared-access pool, providing aircraft component assets, maintenance services, supply chain management and repairs.
The joint venture combines the component support expertise of Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) with the capabilities of Airbus’ Flight Hours Services (FHS). Together, these capabilities will address the growing long-term component maintenance requirements of the global Airbus A350 fleet. The joint venture already contractually supports more than 500 aircraft, with a worldwide footprint ready to support new and existing operators. Operations are scheduled to commence later this year.
Anne Brachet, Executive Vice President Air France-KLM Engineering & Maintenance, said: “For A350 operators, reliable access to components is essential to maintaining fleet availability and operational performance. At AFI KLM E&M, we combine extensive maintenance expertise with firsthand airline operational experience. By combining this understanding with Airbus’ FHS capabilities, Alpha Component Solutions will provide customers with a broader support network and solutions tailored to their operational needs. Our focus is on helping airlines maintain reliable operations as their fleets continue to grow.”
Cristina Aguilar Grieder, Senior Vice President Customer Services Commercial Aircraft at Airbus, said: “This joint venture represents a major step forward in enhancing our A350 component support, bringing together the expertise and resources of both Airbus and Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance to deliver optimized solutions to our customers worldwide.”
