GKN Aerospace Signs Three-Year Deal with Boeing to Boost C-17 Fan Blade Repairs from New San Diego Facility

GKN Aerospace Signs Three-Year Deal with Boeing to Boost C-17 Fan Blade Repairs from New San Diego Facility

(IN BRIEF) GKN Aerospace has secured a three-year contract with Boeing to deliver fan blade repair services for the C-17 Globemaster engines (PW F117-100 / PW2000 dual-use). Leveraging more than 15 years of repair expertise, the company will operate from its new 150,000-square-foot facility in San Diego, which is equipped with cutting-edge automation and robotics to enhance efficiency and reliability. This expansion of Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) capabilities represents a significant milestone in GKN Aerospace’s growth strategy, aiming to support both military and commercial sectors. The facility is capable of servicing up to 80,000 fan blades annually while supporting over 400 customers. This initiative not only reinforces the company’s long-term partnership with Boeing but also underlines its dedication to delivering innovative and high-quality repair solutions.

(PRESS RELEASE) BIRMINGHAM, 8-Apr-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — GKN Aerospace has entered into a three-year agreement with Boeing to provide specialized fan blade repair services for the C-17 Globemaster fleet, specifically targeting the PW F117-100 / PW2000 dual-use engines. Drawing on over 15 years of expertise in PW2000 fan blade repairs, GKN Aerospace will offer top-tier, efficient repair solutions from its brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in San Diego.

This contract marks a major advancement in GKN Aerospace’s ongoing strategy to expand its Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) capabilities across both military and commercial aero-engine components. The new 150,000-square-foot facility in San Diego is outfitted with advanced automation and robotics systems, significantly enhancing product reliability, improving efficiency, and reducing turnaround times. With the capacity to repair up to 80,000 fan blades per year and support over 400 customers, the facility is set to uphold the highest industry standards for performance and customer service.

Gerald Coste, Senior Vice President for the Engines MRO Business, stated, “This contract further strengthens our long-standing partnership with Boeing. With our deep expertise in fan blade repair and our highly skilled team in San Diego, we are proud to support the C-17 Globemaster fleet. This agreement reinforces our commitment to delivering world-class, innovative repair solutions for both military and commercial customers.”

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