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GA Telesis Engine Services (GATES) USA SPAH Receives Certification by ANAC Brazil to serve the Brazilian Aviation Engine Market
Author: gatelesis
February 27, 2025 – Wilmington, OH – GA Telesis Engine Services, GATES USA SPAH, a joint venture between GA Telesis and Air Transport Services Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:ATSG) located in Wilmington, OH, is proud to announce it has received certification from the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (“ANAC”), Brazil’s national civil aviation authority. This certification further strengthens GA Telesis’ global footprint by expanding its capabilities to serve Brazil’s aviation market.
The ANAC certification formally authorizes GATES USA SPAH to provide maintenance, repair, and recertification services for Brazilian-registered aircraft engines, ensuring compliance with the highest safety and operational standards established by ANAC. This milestone underscores GA Telesis’ commitment to delivering world-class solutions to a growing international customer base.
“We are continuing with our scheduled growth strategy of enabling all customers in the Americas to join the GA Telesis Ecosystem,” said Jason Reed, President of GA Telesis Engine Services USA SPAH. “Our commitment to serving all regional aviation authorities has begun, bringing ANAC onboard for future engine maintenance services. Our GATES USA SPAH facility will continue to drive additional certifications in the Latin America region in 2025 to further expand our support and services to customers in the region.”
This latest achievement aligns with GA Telesis’ strategic growth initiatives, as the company continues to invest in expanding its global capabilities. With approvals from leading regulatory authorities worldwide, including the FAA, EASA, and now ANAC, GATES US SPAH remains at the forefront of engine repair maintenance services for airlines, lessors, and OEMs across the globe.
About GATES USA SPAH
Located in Wilmington, Ohio, GATES SPAH is a state-of-the-art MRO facility specializing in engine services. As a joint venture between GA Telesis and ATSG, the facility combines industry-leading expertise with advanced technology to deliver unparalleled quality and reliability in aircraft maintenance solutions.
About Air Transport Services Group, Inc. (ATSG)
Air Transport Services Group (ATSG) is a premier provider of aircraft leasing and cargo and passenger air transportation solutions for both domestic and international air carriers as well as companies seeking outsourced airlift services. ATSG is the global leader in freighter leasing with a fleet that includes Boeing 767, Airbus A321, and soon, Airbus A330 converted freighters.
ATSG’s unique Lease+Plus aircraft leasing opportunity draws upon a diverse portfolio of subsidiaries including three airlines holding separate and distinct U.S. FAA Part 121 Air Carrier certificates to provide air cargo lift, and passenger ACMI and charter services. Complementary services from ATSG’s other subsidiaries allow the integration of aircraft maintenance, airport ground services, and material handling equipment engineering and service. ATSG subsidiaries comprise ABX Air, Inc.; Airborne Global Solutions, Inc.; Airborne Maintenance and Engineering Services, Inc., including its subsidiary, Pemco World Air Services, Inc.; Air Transport International, Inc.; Cargo Aircraft Management, Inc.; LGSTX Services, Inc.; and Omni Air International, LLC. For further details, please visit www.atsginc.com.
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Contacts:
Rylan France, Marketing Manager, GA Telesis Kym Parks, Director of Marketing, ATSG