Completion reinforces strategic growth in aftermarket services and technical execution

MIAMI , FL, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 — Hanwha AeroTechnix announced today the successful completion of its first CFM-7B engine teardown for Stratton Aviation, marking a key milestone in the company’s expanding maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities and its growing relationship with Stratton.

The teardown was completed by Hanwha AeroTechnix’s technical team in accordance with applicable quality, safety, and regulatory requirements. The program reflects the company’s continued investment in technical expertise, operational readiness, and customer-focused execution within the global aviation aftermarket.

Milestone in Capability Expansion

Completion of the first -7B teardown demonstrates Hanwha AeroTechnix’s ability to support increasingly complex engine programs while maintaining high standards of reliability and transparency for customers. The project further reinforces the company’s strategic focus on building long-term partnerships with operators, lessors, and aftermarket stakeholders.

Executive and Customer Perspectives

“Successfully completing our first -7B teardown for Stratton Aviation is an important milestone for Hanwha AeroTechnix,” said Jeff Lewis, CEO of Hanwha AeroTechnix. “It reflects the confidence our customers place in our team and capabilities, and it underscores our commitment to delivering high-quality maintenance solutions that support our partners’ operational objectives.”

Stratton Aviation highlighted the collaboration and execution of the project. “This first -7B teardown represents a strong start to our work with Hanwha AeroTechnix,” said Nicole Sobers, Vice President of CFM Engines, at Stratton Aviation. “Their team demonstrated professionalism, technical capability, and a strong focus on quality throughout the process.”

Ongoing Commitment to the Aftermarket

Hanwha AeroTechnix continues to expand its service offerings to meet the evolving needs of the global aviation aftermarket, guided by a focus on operational excellence, safety, and long‑term customer trust. Through ongoing investment in people, processes, and technical capability, the company is strengthening its ability to support customers across the engine lifecycle with consistent, high‑quality execution.

As operators and asset owners navigate an increasingly complex maintenance environment, Hanwha AeroTechnix remains committed to delivering dependable solutions, transparent collaboration, and responsive support that help customers maximize asset value and operational reliability.