APS completes first prop job at Malaysian shop

Aircraft Propeller Service’s (APS) newly opened MRO facility in Malaysia has overhauled its first batch of Collins Aerospace 568F propeller blades, representing the first time this type of propeller has been overhauled in-region. Previously, all Collins Aerospace 568F propellers had to be sent to North America or Europe for full overhaul, but with APS’ new, state-of-the-art, internationally certified MRO facility in Malaysia, these propellers can be overhauled in-region, saving aircraft operators time and money. Fergus Lopez, Managing Director of APS Asia Pacific, says: “This milestone represents a major step forward for operators in the Asia-Pacific region. By bringing Collins Aerospace 568F propeller repair capabilities directly to Asia, we are enabling airlines to benefit from shorter lead times and greater efficiency. Our goal is to deliver world-class service, closer to where our customers operate.” (PHOTO: APS) APS’ Malaysia facility near Kuala Lumpur is strategically positioned to serve the region’s expanding turboprop market. APS is the only MRO licensed by Collins Aerospace in Asia and the Americas to perform proprietary repairs on the 568F propeller system. This exclusive licensing provides Asia Pacific operators with unprecedented access to original equipment manufacturer (OEM)-approved processes. APS is the only MRO licensed in Asia and the Americas to perform OEM-proprietary processes during major inspections on Collins Aerospace 568F six-blade propeller systems. The company has facilities in Malaysia, the USA, and Brazil. As a Collins Aerospace licensed repair facility, APS has access to technical publications and uses OEM approved materials and processes. For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Matt Driskill at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Head of Sales Kay Rolland at [email protected]