328 Support Services GmbH (328) has been
endorsed by Canada’s Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) with the award of
broad maintenance approval.
It allows 328 to undertake modifications and
repairs on any Canadian registered Dornier 328 aircraft, from avionic
installations to complete aircraft conversions. The approval also enables 328 to
distribute new, used or repaired Dornier 328 spare parts to Canada. With the new
approval in place, spare parts and appliances will be delivered to Canadian
customers under an EASA Form 1 "triple release" which means that they will be
certified under EASA, FAA and TCCA regulations.
Commenting on the achievement,
Dave Jackson,
Managing Director of 328 said: "This is another great recognition for 328
Support Services and we are very pleased to receive the approval from Canada
where we foresee an increasing business opportunities with strong business
partners and we will bring more efficiency in the process of support Pratt &
Whitney Canada whose operates a Dornier 328-300."
He adds, “Crucially, the award means that we
can provide regular spares support to our Canadian customers & business
partners. It further expands our maintenance service portfolio and helps grow
our client base."
328 is marking 10 years as Type Certificate
holder for the Dorner 328 jet and turboprop series this year. It currently
supports a fleet of around 200 aircraft worldwide which includes a diverse
customer base of regional airlines, who are flying the aircraft with 32-seats
and business aviation operators who offer a typical 12 seat VIP configuration or
corporate shuttle version. The aircraft is also used worldwide for special
mission, air ambulance and maritime patrol operations.
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