ExecuJet MRO Services Malaysia Completes Its First Heavy Check on Falcon 8X
KUALA LUMPUR – ExecuJet MRO Services Malaysia, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Dassault Aviation, has completed a ‘C-check’ on a Falcon 8X, marking the first heavy maintenance check on this aircraft type amid the growing regional demand.
The Falcon 8X which is operationally based in Asia underwent this scheduled maintenance at ExecuJet MRO Services Malaysia’s heavy maintenance facility at Subang Airport, which is equipped to support major inspections on all in-production Falcon aircraft types.
A Falcon C-inspection is a major maintenance check with extensive inspection of aircraft structures and systems, and is typically required after eight years of service.
This project is significant for ExecuJet MRO Services Malaysia as it reflects a broader trend of Falcon operators based in Asia increasingly seeking maintenance support within the region. The facility is scheduled to perform additional C-inspections on Falcon 8X’s this year, with aircraft arriving from other parts of Asia.
According to the recent Asian Sky data, the Falcon 8X is a popular ultra-long range business jet in Asia Pacific with close to 20 aircraft operating in the region.
“Completing the first C-inspection on a Falcon 8X demonstrates the growing confidence Falcon operators have in our facility and technical capabilities”, says Ivan Lim, Regional Vice President Asia, ExecuJet MRO Services.
“As the number of Falcon aircraft expands in Asia-Pacific, operators are now increasingly looking for high-quality maintenance support within the region. Our facility is well positioned to meet the growing demand through our experienced workforce, purpose-built infrastructure and access to the wider Dassault MRO network support. The presence of a Dassault Aviation customer support team in the facility adds value to the customers’ experience”, adds Lim.
Today, Falcon aircraft continue to represent a growing share of the facility’s maintenance activity, accounting for 60%-65% of the total workload.
