7 July 2025, Hyderabad: Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline has signed a three-year agreement with GMR Aero Technic, India’s leading airframe Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) organisation for base maintenance support of its Boeing 737 MAX fleet.

Under the agreement, GMR Aero Technic will undertake scheduled base maintenance checks for Akasa Air’s fleet at its state-of-the-art Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility, located within the GMR Aerospace & Industrial Park in Hyderabad.

For Akasa Air, this partnership underscores its commitment to maintaining a modern, efficient fleet that upholds the highest standards of safety and reliability. For GMR Aero Technic, it reinforces its growing stature as a trusted partner to India’s leading airlines and reflects the increasing confidence of domestic carriers in the country’s evolving MRO ecosystem.

Commenting on the partnership, Ashok Gopinath, President and Accountable Manager, GMR Aero Technic, stated: “We are delighted to embark on this partnership with Akasa Air for their C Check maintenance requirements. This collaboration stands as a testament to the confidence that forward-looking airlines place in our technical proficiency, operational integrity, and customer-centric approach. At GMR Aero Technic, we are driven by a commitment to excellence—delivering dependable, cost-efficient, and cutting-edge maintenance solutions that empower our partners to achieve peak operational performance. This agreement not only reinforces our reputation as a trusted MRO provider but also highlights our agility and readiness to support the rapidly evolving needs of today’s aviation landscape.”

Belson Coutinho, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer, Akasa Air, said, “At Akasa Air, we place utmost importance on the safety and reliability of our fleet. Partnering with GMR Aero Technic for base maintenance aligns with our commitment to maintaining the highest technical standards as we scale rapidly. Their proven expertise and world-class infrastructure provide us with the confidence that our aircraft are in capable hands. This collaboration is also a testament to our support for the growing MRO ecosystem in India, and we look forward to a productive and seamless partnership.”