All overhaul work will be carried out in-house at Liebherr-Aerospace’s facility in Lindenberg, Germany, drawing on the company’s expertise as both the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and a specialist provider of landing gear maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services.

Liebherr said the agreement comes as the aviation industry enters a new global wave of landing gear overhauls, with airlines increasingly focused on securing future maintenance capacity.

The deal strengthens the long-standing partnership between the two companies and reinforces Liebherr’s role in supporting Finnair’s A350 operations.

Liebherr-Aerospace Lindenberg GmbH developed, manufactured and certified the Airbus A350 nose landing gear system, and serves as the group’s centre of competence for flight controls, landing gear systems, gears, gearboxes and electronics.

Credits: Finnair

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The simulator was built by CAE in Montreal, where the acceptance process also took place—similar to how it’s done with an actual aircraft. In Canada, the cockpit and systems underwent extensive testing before the simulator was shipped to Europe in parts. Installation at Schiphol-East presented a logistical challenge: due to its size, the simulator couldn’t pass through the main gate and had to be hoisted over the fence. It is now fully installed and ready for use. The first group of A350 pilots will begin training shortly.

With the introduction of the A350, KLM continues to modernize its fleet. The aircraft generates up to 40% less noise and consumes 25% less fuel compared to older-generation aircraft. Thanks to the use of strong, lightweight materials such as composites and titanium, the A350 can cover longer distances with lower emissions.

Credits: KLM Airlines

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