In August 2024, JAL and MHI signed an agreement to explore collaboration opportunities in the aftermarket business.
Japan Airlines’ engineering unit and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) have launched a new MRO joint venture, with a focus on regional aircraft maintenance.
Nagoya-headquartered Aero Breath is 51% owned by JAL Engineering and 49% by MHI, and aims to start operations within the current fiscal year.
“In response to the growing demand for aircraft maintenance driven by the recovery of air passenger traffic, Aero Breath will combine JAL and JALEC’s extensive operational and maintenance expertise with MHI’s advanced and broad technical capabilities,” the two companies state.
They add: “JALEC and MHI will collaborate closely with Aero Breath to contribute to the development of Japan’s aircraft aftermarket business and support the sustainable growth of the aviation industry, while maintaining safe and reliable flight operations.”
The launch of Aero Breath comes nearly two years after JAL and MHI signed a memorandum of understanding to explore collaboration opportunities in the aircraft aftermarket business.
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