Comprehensive sustainment for fleet operational availability
Integrated Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul Center for Military Aircraft
We provide comprehensive support for the sustainment of military air fleets, including both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft. With highly qualified personnel, certified processes, and specialized infrastructure, we offer maintenance, repair, modernization, and engineering solutions under a one-stop-shop concept.
Military MRO Capabilities
Our Services
Comprehensive maintenance and overhaul of aircraft, engines, components, and accessories, including scheduled and unscheduled inspections.
Regulatory compliance through the application of Service Bulletins (SB) and Airworthiness Directives (AD).
Structural repairs in metallic and composite materials.
Testing and validation, both on the ground and in-flight, including Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and borescope inspections.
Special processes and treatments, such as aeronautical painting, chemical cleaning, heat treatments, and surface treatments.
Specialized technical services, including dynamic balancing of rotating assemblies, weight and balance tasks, and calibration.
Systems modernization and upgrades, along with capability enhancement programs.
Support engineering and comprehensive technical assistance for aircraft and systems.
Aircraft We Serve
IA-63 Pampa.
C-130 Hercules (Lockheed Martin Authorized Service Center).
P-3 Orion.
IA-58 Pucará.
AB-206.
Grob 120 TP-A.
Other military aircraft upon request.
Aeronautical Engines
Rolls-Royce Allison T56 (A-14 / A-15).
Rolls-Royce Allison 250 (C30J / B17 / C20).
Honeywell TFE731-40-2N.
Garrett TFE731-2-2N.
Other models upon request.
Infrastructure and Technical Capacity
Large-scale hangars with over 15,000 m² of indoor space, equipped with bridge cranes up to 5 tons and direct runway access.
Test cells for jet and turboprop engines, along with technical validation and testing systems.
Laboratories and testing areas with controlled environments and calibrated, traceable equipment.
Specialized workshops for structures, sheet metal, welding, machining, metallization, surface treatments, painting, and composites.
Systems workshops, including hydraulics, electrical, lubrication, fuel, oxygen, instruments, and fire extinguishers.
Chemical cleaning plant and areas for special processes such as shot peening, glass peening, and heat treatments.
NDT Workshop with capabilities in liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, and eddy current testing.
Technical warehouses and logistics for aeronautical components, spare parts, and accessories.
Strategic Value
We are a pillar for Argentina's operational and technological sovereignty, guaranteeing the availability and operational continuity of its aerial weapon systems. Our heavy maintenance, modernization, and engineering capabilities position FAdeA as a regional benchmark for high-complexity Military MRO services with the potential for expansion to other regional forces.
Certifications
AS9100D – Quality Management System for the Aerospace Industry.
DIGAMC – Joint Military Airworthiness Directorate (Argentina).
Lockheed Martin – Authorized Service Center for C-130 Hercules aircraft.
Comprehensive sustainment and modernization of a strategic platform
FAdeA is a Lockheed Martin Authorized Service Center for the comprehensive maintenance of the C-130 Hercules. From our facilities, we provide full support covering heavy maintenance, structural repair, and advanced modernization programs, with all engineering, manufacturing, and testing resources integrated on-site.
Maintenance
PDM (Programmed Depot Maintenance), ISO, and SMP 515 inspections.
Application of Service Bulletins, TCTO (Time Compliance Technical Orders), and Airworthiness Directives.
Fatigue, EBH (Equivalent Baseline Hours), corrosion, and structural damage assessment.
Structural and aesthetic restorations (interior and exterior).
Stripping, painting, anti-corrosion protection, and upholstery services (fire-retardant materials and treatments).
Major structural repairs (longerons, landing gear, engine mounts).
Modernization
Full glass cockpit digital conversion.
Communication and navigation systems upgrades.
LCU, APU, and GCU integration.
Rewiring and hydraulic systems replacement.
T56 engine and QEC (Quick Engine Change) overhaul.
Structural modifications and obsolescence upgrades.
Puesta en marcha de Hércules C-130
Montaje de alas de Hércules C-130
Interior de Hércules C-130
Mantenimiento de Hércules C-130
Rodaje de Hércules C-130
Mantenimiento de motor
IA-63 Pampa
Technological evolution for advanced training
The IA-63 Pampa is an advanced training and tactical support platform that has evolved through modernization programs developed at FAdeA in conjunction with the Argentine Air Force. The incorporated upgrades enhance its performance, operational capability, and pilot experience, positioning it as a state-of-the-art advanced training system equipped with the latest technology.
Maintenance
Heavy inspections.
Avionics and structural inspections.
Critical component assessment
Scheduled/unscheduled maintenance.
Modernization
Honeywell TFE-731-40 re-engining.
Full glass cockpit.
Nav-Attack system integration, Mission Computer, Data Link, HUD, and mission software upgrades.
Puesta en marcha de IA-63 Pampa
Ensayo de tren de aterrizaje de IA-63 Pampa
Puesta en marcha de IA-63 Pampa
Vuelta al servicio de IA-63 Pampa
Montaje de cúpula de IA-63 Pampa
Remotorización de IA-63 Pampa
IA-58 Pucará Fénix
In-depth re-engineering to extend service life and operational capabilities
The Pucará Fénix program represents a comprehensive modernization of the IA-58 system, aimed at extending its service life and optimizing its operational performance. The redesign, systems integration, and validation are conducted entirely at FAdeA, consolidating national engineering, manufacturing, and testing capabilities alongside collaborative efforts with international technological partners.
Maintenance
Structural inspections.
Systems integrity assessment, functional.
NDT testing.
Modernization
Pratt & Whitney PT6A-62 re-engining
Hartzell four-blade propeller integration
Avionics and navigation upgrade
Rear cockpit structural redesign
Flight data acquisition/telemetry integration.
Puesta en marcha de IA-58 Pucará
Puesta en marcha de IA-58 Pucará
Despegue de IA-58 Pucará
AB-206 Helicopters
Recovery, restoration, upgrade, and service life extension
FAdeA develops recovery and modernization programs for AB-206 helicopters, aimed at restoring operational capabilities, extending service life, and upgrading their systems. These interventions integrate heavy maintenance, technological updates, and structural work, with results validated by the Armed Forces.
