FL Technics, a global MRO service provider, has joined the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA) as a new member.

FL Technics is currently constructing a new 20,000 sqm MRO hangar at the second busiest airport in the Caribbean, Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), which it hopes will support the growing fleet of narrow-body aircraft in the region.

Zilvinas Lapinskas, chief executive of FL Technics, said: “As we expand our global MRO network, the Americas and Caribbean region are a vital part of our long-term strategy. Our new facility in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, will enhance the availability of high-quality maintenance services for airlines across the region as well as create significant job opportunities for local talent.

“By combining our global expertise with regional partnerships, we aim to strengthen the aviation maintenance sector in Americas supporting both economic growth and industry development.”

The company explains that the new maintenance facility will leverage FL Technics’ FAA and EASA Part-145 certifications to provide world-class base and line maintenance services, enhancing aircraft availability and operational efficiency.

The second phase of the project will add seven additional maintenance bays, reaching a total capacity of 12, positioning Punta Cana as a strategic hub for regional aviation.

The third phase of the project will add eight additional maintenance bays, reaching a total capacity of 20.

Thus, airlines at Punta Cana International Airport and the Punta Cana Free Trade Zone will have access to a comprehensive range of services, including heavy maintenance works, transit checks, component repairs, cabin modifications, among others.

José Ricardo Botelho, chief executive of ALTA, said: “FL Technics is a key player in the aviation sector and recognises that Latin America is a dynamic and growing market. This new facility in Punta Cana is an example of how aviation serves as a driver of economic and social development.

“Initiatives like this will generate jobs, create opportunities for multiple businesses and industries, and enhance connectivity, benefiting both airlines and the communities that rely on them.”

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