Dublin Aerospace has reached a significant new milestone with the award of EASA approval to provide maintenance services for the Airbus A320neo family of aircraft. The approval covers both engine variants currently in service on the type – the CFM LEAP‑1A and the IAE PW1100G – further strengthening Ireland’s position as a key hub for aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO).
The newly granted approval follows the completion of an extensive training programme for Dublin Aerospace engineers, alongside investment in specialised tooling and equipment required to support the latest-generation A320neo aircraft. All work will be carried out at the company’s base maintenance facility at Dublin Airport.
Dublin Aerospace already has more than a decade of experience supporting Airbus aircraft, particularly across the A320ceo and A330 families. The addition of A320neo capability marks a natural progression as airlines increasingly transition to newer, more fuel‑efficient aircraft types to meet environmental and operational targets.
Commenting on the announcement, William Flaherty, CEO of Dublin Aerospace, said the approval reflects the depth of expertise within the organisation: “We are delighted to add the A320neo to our growing portfolio. This approval is a testament to the commitment and expertise of our engineering and training teams and further strengthens our ability to support operators as the A320neo fleet continues to expand. We look forward to welcoming our first A320neo customer in the coming months and delivering efficient, reliable and high-quality services.”
The Airbus A320neo has become one of the most popular narrowbody aircraft in the world, with thousands on order from airlines and lessors. As fleet numbers grow across Europe and beyond, demand for approved maintenance capacity has increased sharply, placing established MRO providers such as Dublin Aerospace in a strong strategic position.
Founded in 2009, Dublin Aerospace has grown into one of Europe’s leading independent MRO providers. From its Dublin Airport base, the company operates a four‑bay base maintenance facility capable of handling approximately 70 aircraft per year, covering the A320, A320neo, A330 and Boeing 737 families. In addition, its APU overhaul centre has capacity for up to 200 APUs annually.
Beyond base maintenance, the group has continued to expand its specialist capabilities. Its state‑of‑the‑art landing gear facility in Ashbourne, Co. Meath, overhauls up to 350 Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 landing gear shipsets per year, while IDG repair and overhaul services further complement its technical offering. The wider group also includes Exeter Aerospace in the UK, which provides base maintenance across ATR, DHC‑8 and Embraer ERJ aircraft from six hangar bays.
The addition of A320neo approval is expected to be of particular interest to European operators, many of whom already have aircraft based in or operating through Ireland. For airlines and lessors, the availability of certified A320neo maintenance capacity at Dublin Airport offers both operational convenience and access to an experienced engineering workforce.
