AFI KLM E&M and Air Austral sign expanded engine support contract for 777 fleet

AFI KLM E&M and Air Austral signed an agreement last week to provide engine support for the airline's fleet of three Boeing 777 aircraft. The terms of the contract include spare engine availability and repair.

This enhanced agreement specifically focuses on supporting Air Austral’s Boeing 777 fleet, which plays a pivotal role in the airline’s long-haul operations. The 777 aircraft are central to Air Austral’s network and long-haul capacity.

Vincent Guerin Technical Director of Air Austral: "Our Boeing 777 aircraft are the backbone of our intercontinental service, and ensuring their performance is a top priority.’’

"We are honored to continue with Air Austral, a long-time customer that places safety, efficiency, and reliability at the heart of its operations,’’ said Aymeric Mechin, Vice President Commercial Middle East & Africa at Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance.

About Air Austral Based in Réunion Island, Air Austral is a key player in the Indian Ocean region and a specialist in long-haul operations. The airline is known for its high standards of safety, service quality, and strategic connectivity between Europe, Africa, and the Indian Ocean.