HAECO partners with SF Airlines for C-checks on Boeing 747 freighter fleet

HAECO, a world-leading aircraft engineering and maintenance solutions provider, is pleased to announce a new partnership with SF Airlines to provide C-checks for its Boeing 747 freighter fleet at HAECO’s state-of-the-art maintenance facilities in Hong Kong. This strategic agreement also secures future hangar slots to support SF Airlines’ operations.   Since September 2024, HAECO Hong Kong has been executing C-checks for SF Airlines’ fleet of four widebody Boeing 747-400F freighters. The latest partnership outlines three Boeing 747 base maintenance inputs in 2025, along with long-term hangar slot reservations for 10 Boeing 747 inputs from 2026 to 2030. “Our partnership with SF Airlines is a testament to our commitment to the Chinese Mainland market. We recognize the growing demand for reliable maintenance solutions in this region and are dedicated to supporting our customers with tailored services that enhance their operational capabilities,” said Gerald Steinhoff, Chief Commercial Officer at HAECO. “HAECO is excited to offer world-class MRO solutions to SF Airlines, the largest air cargo operator on the Chinese Mainland. With a clear purpose to keep our skies safe, we are committed to upholding the highest safety standards and efficiency for SF Airlines,” added Peter Murton, Chief Executive Officer of HAECO Hong Kong.   Li Gang, Vice President of Maintenance at SF Airlines, said, “The 747-400 freighter has played a pivotal role in the development of SF Airlines. Since its first operation in 2018, the 747-400 has become the mainstay of our route operations. Therefore, we attach great importance to finding an MRO with advanced technology and reliable quality for the 747-400 freighter fleet. The two parties can deepen cooperation in the fields of airframe maintenance and line maintenance to ensure that SF Airlines' 747 always demonstrates extremely high reliability, safety and stability on challenging international cargo routes, helping SF Airlines to continuously expand its business territory. Through this cooperation, both two parties have fulfilled the commitment to deepening maintenance cooperation in the Greater Bay Area. In the future, we will jointly promote the improvement of maintenance standards, breakthroughs in technological innovation and optimization of safety service quality, in hopes of becoming a model of win-win cooperation between enterprises in the two places.” The collaboration between HAECO and SF Airlines dates back to 2010 when HAECO began providing airframe services to the airline. HAECO also performed landing gear services in 2015, composites repair in 2021, and power drive unit (PDU) component repair in 2023 for SF Airlines. This latest agreement enhances the long-standing partnership with SF Airlines and underscore HAECO’s dedication to providing outstanding services to its valued customers.  -End- About HAECO Group HAECO is proud to celebrate its 75th anniversary as one of the world’s leading aircraft engineering and maintenance service providers. The HAECO Group provides a comprehensive range of solutions encompassing airframe services, line services, inventory technical management, component overhaul, aerostructure repairs, landing gear services, engine services, global engine support, parts manufacturing and technical training. HAECO Group comprises 16 operating companies, employing around 15,000 staff in Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland, Europe and the Americas. Learn more at www.haeco.com [https://www.haeco.com/] or follow us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/haeco/], X [https://x.com/HAECO_Group] or WeChat for the latest updates. About SF Airlines SF Airlines Co., Ltd. ("SF Airlines") was established in 2009. It is currently the largest cargo airline in China with its headquarters in Shenzhen, Guangdong. It focuses on providing customers with safe and efficient express air cargo services and customized air logistics solutions. The airline is also committed to fulfilling its corporate social responsibilities and serving society with emergency rescue transportation. By March 2025, SF Airlines' all-cargo fleet has reached 90 aircraft, covering 747, 767, 757, and 737 models, with more than 110 domestic and international destinations. Its route network covers China domestically, Asia, Europe, and North America.