IndiGo says Ton Dortmans to support tech entry of A350 planes, help build overall MRO capabilities
IndiGo is preparing for the arrival of its A350 aircraft in 2027 by appointing Ton Dortmans to bolster its MRO strategy. With over 400 aircraft and 900 more on order, IndiGo aims to expand its in-house MRO capabilities, including its second hangar in Bengaluru. Dortmans, formerly with KLM, will report to IndiGo's COO and work with SVP Engineering.
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