Direct Maintenance, operating under the Magnetic Line brand, has secured a line maintenance agreement with American Airlines to support its Boeing 777 and Boeing 787 operations at Dublin Airport.

The agreement, in place since January 1, 2026, covers full technical handling services, including ETOPS support, reinforcing Magnetic Line’s position in the competitive Dublin maintenance market.

American Airlines currently operates up to two daily flights to Dublin during the winter season, rising to as many as five daily services in the summer peak, placing significant operational demands on line maintenance provision.

James Dyer, station manager at Direct Maintenance Dublin, said: “As the largest independent Part-145 maintenance provider in Dublin, American Airlines represents a strategic addition to our client portfolio. Supporting up to five daily widebody operations during peak season requires significant technical capability and operational flexibility.”

To meet these requirements, Magnetic Line will relocate its Dublin station to a larger on-airport facility, with expanded storage and office capacity. The local engineering team will also be increased to support the additional workload.

Getter Kägu, commercial representative at Direct Maintenance, added: “American Airlines operates one of the most demanding schedules in the industry, and we’re proud to have been entrusted to perform line maintenance that directly impacts their operational performance. This agreement validates our technical capabilities and represents a significant milestone in our growth.”

The contract builds on Magnetic Line’s expanded capabilities following the integration of Direct Maintenance and Magnetic MRO Line Maintenance in 2021. The unified operation now supports more than 70 aircraft and engine combinations, including A320neo, A350, A380, B737 MAX, B747-8 and B787 platforms.