Ethiopian MRO Successfully Completed Leap-1B Engine PRSV1 Capability
Addis Ababa, 25 August 2025
Ethiopian MRO Services, Africa’s largest MRO service provider is proud to announce that it has successfully completed Leap-1B Performance Restoration Shop Visit (PRSV1) capability by successfully testing the engine at its state-of-the-art test cell facility approved by Ethiopian Civil Aviation Authority (ET-CAA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Regarding the capability, Ethiopian Airlines Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Mesfin Tasew said, “This is truly a proud moment for us. This capability puts Ethiopian MRO among the very few MRO facilities which have achieved the testing capability of the Leap-1B engine. As we are growing our MRO services and expanding our capabilities, this is a milestone moment in the history of Ethiopian MRO. I would like to thank all our partners and my colleagues who contributed to this success.”
A Leap-1B PRSV1 MRO capability refers to the ability to perform Performance Restoration Shop Visit (PRSV1) maintenance on the CFM International LEAP-1B engine, which is the exclusive powerplant for the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. This capability allows maintenance providers, like Ethiopian MRO Services, to restore the engine's performance to its original specifications after a period of operation.
Ethiopian MRO Services is the largest MRO in Africa certified by The Ethiopian Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and others. Its services include Line Maintenance, Base Maintenance, Engine Maintenance, Component Maintenance, Calibration Services, Structure & Composite Maintenance, Engineering Services, and Aircraft Stripping & Painting. Ethiopian MRO has a dedicated facility to also manufacture various types of harnesses for B737, B747 and B777 and supply to the Boeing Company.
About Ethiopian
Ethiopian Airlines Group (Ethiopian) is a true African success story, transforming a visionary dream into a globally renowned reality for nearly eight decades. Operating flights to more than 160 domestic and international passenger, and cargo destinations across five continents, Ethiopian bridges the gaps between Africa and the world. Emphasizing passenger comfort and environmental sustainability, Ethiopian utilizes ultra-modern aircraft such as Boeing 737s, 777s, 787s, Airbus A350-900, A350-1000 and De Havilland Q400.
Ethiopian, the Star Alliance member airline, champions in various coveted awards including Skytrax’s ‘Best Airline in Africa Award’ for eight consecutive years, APEX ‘Best Overall in Africa’ award and ‘Leadership in Connecting Africa through Transport’ Award among others. Ethiopian aims to further excel in its success through a strategic plan dubbed ‘Vision 2035’ and become one of the top 20 most competitive and leading aviation groups in the world. Embracing a Pan-African spirit, Ethiopian is pursuing multi-hub strategy through hubs in Lomé, Togo with ASKY, in Lilongwe, Malawi with Malawi Airlines, in Lusaka, Zambia with Zambia Airways, and in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with Air Congo.
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About Ethiopian MRO
Ethiopian owns the largest MRO service in Africa. Established in 1957, Ethiopian MRO provides Line Maintenance services at stations where Ethiopian flies and extends the services to African and the Middle East operators.
Ethiopian MRO facility is fully equipped with Hangars, Engine and Component Maintenance workshops with all equipment needed to repair/overhaul aircraft, engines and components.
The Ethiopian Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and others have certified the facility. Ethiopian MRO offers world-class services to its customers and helps make Ethiopian one of the most dependable and safest airlines in the world.
