Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M), a leading global provider of aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) solutions, proudly announces a major advancement in its engine capabilities with successful finalizing the industrialization of the CFM LEAP-1A engine at its recently Upgraded Test Cell Facilities in Paris and Amsterdam.
These state-of-the-art facilities are now fully operational to conduct comprehensive performance testing and diagnostics for the latest generation of LEAP engines, supporting the Airbus A320neo family. The finalizing of the industrialization of the CFM LEAP-1B is expected later this summer.
The achievement marks a strategic milestone in AFI KLM E&M’s long-term investment in advanced MRO infrastructure and underscores its leadership in servicing new-generation engine platforms.
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The Advanced Test Cell Facilities are equipped with the latest testing technologies and engineered to accommodate high-bypass, high-thrust engines under real-world operating conditions. Designed in full alignment with CFM OEM standards, the facility enables AFI KLM E&M to provide precise engine diagnostics, performance validation, and post-maintenance certification under controlled conditions, immediately prior to final release to service.
The key capabilities include full-thrust testing for LEAP-1A and later this summer LEAP-1B engines, simulating operational flight conditions. Real-time digital data acquisition systems, ensuring full traceability and OEM compliance. Also advanced noise and vibration analysis for comprehensive performance monitoring and integrated automation and safety systems, enabling efficient and reliable engine runs.
