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Airbus and Air France-KLM Finalise A350 Component Support Venture

Airbus and Air France-KLM Finalise A350 Component Support Venture

Airbus and Air France-KLM Group have finalised an equally owned venture to maintain A350 components for operators worldwide.

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Airbus and Air France-KLM Group finalised a joint venture that will provide maintenance services for A350 components to operators worldwide.

Key details

  • Airbus and Air France-KLM Group each own 50% of the venture.
  • The venture will support A350 component maintenance for operators around the world.
  • KLM received its first A350 in early October 2026.

Airbus and Air France-KLM Group each hold 50% of the A350 component-support venture.

Why it matters

The venture gives A350 operators worldwide a dedicated component-maintenance service backed by the aircraft manufacturer and an airline group. Its launch also comes as KLM begins receiving the aircraft.

What happens next

The venture is set to provide component support across the global A350 fleet. Which A350 components will operators rely on its services to maintain?

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