Greece-based operator and maintenance service provider Gainjet Aviation Group has established a new line station facility at Kigali International airport in Rwanda.

Accountable manager Simon Roussos says: "GainJet has been a strong advocate of the African aviation market, having been present on the continent for over 15 years. During this time we’ve taken initiatives to strengthen our position here, including setting up several VIP aircraft bases. However, establishing an EASA approved line maintenance station in the region is the most symbolic step we’ve taken yet. But keep watching, there is more to come."

The Kigali line station received its official certification from the Hellenic CAA as an EASA-approved maintenance facility following a rigorous approval process in coordination with the Rwanda CAA. Roussos explains: “Receiving this approval at Kigali confirms that our operations meet the highest EASA safety and quality standards, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to excellence in aviation maintenance and ensuring the safety and satisfaction of our clients.”

The Kigali line station will operate in direct cooperation with GainJet’s line maintenance HQ in Athens, and it will be staffed around the clock 24/7 by highly trained and experienced aviation engineers, technicians and support staff.

Roussos continues: “This commitment to top quality, round-the-clock service ensures we can provide swift, efficient and reliable maintenance services to our clients throughout eastern and central Africa with minimal disruption to their operations.”

The Kigali line station currently has approvals for Gulfstream GV-SP (G550), Gulfstream GVI (G650), Bombardier Global 7500 (BD-700-2A12), Bombardier CL604/605, Boeing 737NG (-600, -700, - 800, -900) and Boeing 737CL (-300, -400, -500)

Roussos adds: “This is just the beginning. We intend to expand our aircraft type maintenance capabilities in our Kigali station and beyond.” By the end of 2024, the station will also have approvals for line maintenance of the Gulfstream G700.