The FAA has approved Ruag Aviation to provide maintenance for U.S.-registered Gulfstream G550s at its facilities in Munich, Germany. This follows the recent Part 145 approval from the European Aviation Safety Agency for the same model. Approved maintenance includes avionics, cabin interior design and refurbishment, aircraft painting and in-flight entertainment.

“The intercontinental range of the Gulfstream G550 allows its owners and operators greater flexibility,” said Ruag Aviation senior vice president Volker Wallrodt.“The FAA confirmation of our capabilities and services for Gulfstream aircraft provides these customers with even greater advantages when it comes to determining their aircraft support provider and the scope of required services. Our proven one-stop shop solutions and convenient location ensure we are able to respond to their needs promptly and precisely. Gulfstream G550 customers will benefit from accurate scheduling and optimized downtimes.”

Ruag Aviation is already an approved Part 145 EASA maintenance organization, Part 21/J EASA design organization and Part 21/G EASA production organization. With locations in North America, Brazil, Europe, Asia and Australia, the Switzerland-based group also is an authorized service center for manufacturers including Airbus Helicopters, Bell, Bombardier, Cessna, Dassault, Embraer, Sikorsky and Piper.