APAS CHILE DGAC CHILE-CMA-655
FAA-CRS APAY048E
APAS CHILE ANAC
APAS CHILE AFAC-CO-267/24
APAS CHILE IDAC-CO-267/24

MRO SERVICES

Integrated Maintenance Solutions for Airbus & Boeing Narrow-Body Fleets

APAS Chile provides certified, full-scope MRO services for the Airbus A320 Family (NEO & CEO) and Boeing 737 aircraft — including line maintenance, heavy checks, engine support, component repair, and NDT inspections within a unified operational model.

With more than 30 years of experience and a fully integrated maintenance environment inside Santiago International Airport (SCL), APAS Chile supports airlines, lessors, defense organizations, government fleets, and MRO partners with reliable, efficient, and compliant services.

Our self-sufficient model—combining technical shops, logistics capability, and multi-authority certifications—ensures faster coordination, reduced downtime, and consistent delivery across all maintenance programs.

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1. 24/7 Heavy Maintenance

C-Checks and Structural Maintenance for Airbus A320 Family (NEO/CEO) and Boeing 737

APAS Chile performs major inspections and structural work for Airbus A320 Family and Boeing 737 fleets. With three modern hangars and up to four productive C-Check lines, we provide efficient, compliant, and scalable heavy maintenance solutions.

Capabilities include:

  • C-Checks for Airbus A320 Family (NEO/CEO) and Boeing 737
  • Progressive inspections
  • Structural repairs
  • Landing gear, flight surface & engine changes
  • CPCP – Corrosion Prevention & Control Program
  • STC applications
  • Fuel tank inspections & repairs
  • Landing gear replacement
  • Cabin conversions & reconfigurations
  • Precision 3D scanner inspections

2. 24/7 Line Maintenance

Transit, daily, weekly, and operator checks

APAS Chile supports airlines and lessors with reliable day-to-day technical services designed to maintain airworthiness and operational continuity.

Capabilities include:

  • Transit, daily, weekly, and operator checks
  • Application of Engineering Orders, Airworthiness Directives, and Service Bulletins
  • Replacement of LRUs, oversized components, flight controls, and APU
  • On-wing engine services: preservation, borescope inspections, engine wash, engine replacement, low & high-power tests
  • Troubleshooting and defect rectification
  • FDR data downloading
  • Software updates
  • Weight & balance
  • Short-term preservation, storage, and parking
  • AOG Services

3. 24/7 Engine Shop

Minor Maintenance, Preservation & Powerplant Support

Our Engine Shop supports commercial and military operators with scheduled and non-routine engine tasks to reduce downtime and eliminate outsourcing.

Capabilities include:

  • Minor scheduled maintenance and non-routine rectification
  • QEC swaps
  • On-wing and off-wing borescope inspections
  • Engine preservation
  • End-of-lease re-delivery support
  • MPD / C-Check related engine tasks
  • Gearbox replacement
  • Thrust rating modifications

4. Accessory and Airframe Shops

In-House Repair, Overhaul & Bench Testing

APAS Chile offers one of the strongest component repair capabilities in the region, performing in-house overhaul and testing to reduce outsourcing and shorten turnaround times.

Capabilities include:

  • Oxygen
  • Pneumatics & hydraulics
  • Electronics & avionics
  • Wheels & brakes
  • Servo controls
  • Hydrostatic testing
  • Toilets & faucets
  • Batteries
  • Paint
  • Radomes
  • Sheet metal shop
  • Composite materials

5. NDT – Nondestructive Testing

Certified Inspections for Structural Integrity

Our NDT team performs certified inspections in accordance with DGAC, FAA, and regional civil aviation authorities.

These services support heavy maintenance events, structural repairs, end-of-lease redeliveries, and component overhaul.

Capabilities include:

  • Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI)
  • Eddy Current testing
  • Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)
  • Ultrasonic testing

Why Choose APAS Chile

APAS Chile delivers complete, integrated maintenance solutions with the precision and reliability operators expect. By combining line, heavy, engine, and component capabilities under one operation, we reduce downtime, simplify coordination, and ensure every aircraft returns to service safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

01

A Fully Integrated, Self-Sufficient MRO

APAS Chile controls the entire maintenance chain internally—line checks, heavy checks, engine work, nacelle and radome repair, component overhaul, calibrations, NDT, GSE, warehousing, and training—reducing external dependencies and improving turnaround times.

02

Strategic Location Inside Santiago International Airport (SCL)

Direct runway access, a highly reliable Chilean customs environment, and operations inside a primary customs zone enable fast aircraft induction, bonded logistics, and uninterrupted maintenance flow.

03

Large-Scale Infrastructure Built for Efficiency

  • More than 55,000 m² of operational space
  • Three modern hangars
  • Up to four C-Check lines for narrow-body aircraft
  • Over 10 aircraft positions for simultaneous parking and maintenance
  • Engine shop, accessory shops, calibration lab, and NDT

04

Strong Technical Depth Across Workshops

In-house component repair shops handle hundreds of part numbers up to full overhaul, including pneumatics, hydraulics, avionics, composites, wheels & brakes, radomes, and sheet metal.


05

 Proven Experience — Over 30 Years in Commercial and Military MRO

APAS Chile has delivered end-to-end maintenance services for commercial, government, and defense operators across Latin America, consistently meeting safety and reliability standards.
Supporting operators that require multi-authority compliance and regional coverage.

A Single MRO Partner for All Your Maintenance Requirements

APAS Chile supports airlines and lessors with certified C-Checks, structural repairs, engine work, NDT, components, and integrated logistics.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What types of aircraft does APAS Chile provide maintenance for?

APAS Chile delivers commercial and military aircraft maintenance for Airbus A320 family (NEO & CEO) and Boeing 737 fleets. Our capabilities include line maintenance, heavy maintenance, engine services, component repair, NDT inspections, and structural work performed inside our facilities at Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL).

What certifications does APAS Chile hold?

We operate as a certified MRO under DGAC CMA-655, FAA CRS APAY048E, ANAC, AFAC, OMA and IDAC, allowing us to perform maintenance for operators across Latin America and the United States. We also comply with Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins, and OEM standards for narrow-body fleets.

What makes APAS Chile different from other MROs in the region?

APAS Chile is a fully integrated MRO, offering in-house component shops, calibration services, ground support equipment, bonded warehousing, and a Part 147 Training Center. Our location inside SCL Airport—within a primary customs zone—enables fast logistics, reduced delays, and efficient support during C-Checks, transitions, or major inspections.

What maintenance capabilities does APAS Chile offer?

We provide complete support across the maintenance spectrum, including Line Maintenance, Heavy Maintenance (C-Check), Engine Shop services, Accessory Shops, NDT, calibrations, warehousing, and ground support. This allows us to manage everything from routine checks to structural repairs, engine replacement, and component overhaul.

What types of operators work with APAS Chile?

We support airlines (legacy and low-cost), leasing companies, defense and government fleets, brokers, and other MROs seeking subcontracted work. Our infrastructure—over 55,000 m² across multiple hangars—allows us to service aircraft from across Latin America, North America, and other global regions.