Airbus has signed a memorandum of understanding with the city of Chengdu and Tarmac Aerosave for the development of the first aircraft “lifecycle” service center in China. This agreement will cover a range of activities from aircraft parking and storage, to maintenance, upgrades, conversions, dismantling and recycling services for various aircraft types.

“Aircraft phase-out in China is forecast to grow exponentially over the next 20 years. Airbus is committed to investing in the region and this one-stop-shop – a first in China and outside of Europe – will see Airbus well positioned on the Chinese aircraft ‘second life’ services market,” said Klaus Roewe, senior vice president, Airbus Customer Services.

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