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Delta TechOps Becomes First North American Airline MRO with Full CFM LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B Capability

Delta Air Lines has today announced that Delta TechOps has become the first and only North American airline MRO licensed to support CFM International LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines.


Delta TechOps has Become the Exclusive North American Airline MRO Provider Licensed to Support Both the CFM LEAP-1A and CFM LEAP-1B Engines – Source: Delta Air Lines
Delta TechOps has Become the Exclusive North American Airline MRO Provider Licensed to Support Both the CFM LEAP-1A and CFM LEAP-1B Engines – Source: Delta Air Lines

On Wednesday (March 11, 2026), Delta Air Lines announced that Delta TechOps has expanded their CFM International LEAP engine portfolio to become the first and only North American airline maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) provider licensed to support both the CFM LEAP-1A and CFM LEAP-1B engines.  With the addition of full overhaul capability for CFM LEAP-1A engines, Delta TechOps strengthens their position as a global leader in next-generation engine maintenance for the world’s most advanced narrowbody fleets. 


In Wednesday’s announcement, Delta’s EVP – International, and Chairman of Delta TechOps, Alain Bellemare, said,


“With LEAP engines now representing a significant and fast-growing share of the global narrowbody fleet, adding full capability on both 1A and 1B models positions Delta TechOps squarely at the center of where the market is headed.  This milestone strengthens Delta TechOps’ global relevance and positions us as a trusted, operator-backed MRO partner in a market that will define commercial aviation for decades.”


Also commenting on Delta TechOps’ latest milestone, CFM International’s President and CEO, Gaël Méheust, said,


“Both CFM and Delta are deeply committed to an innovative and open MRO ecosystem.  Delta was one of our first and remains one of our biggest customers, and we are forever linked in history.  Today’s agreement strengthens that relationship even further.”  


Delta TechOps Chief Commercial Officer, Marc Meredith, added,


“As the LEAP fleet grows, operators need more options and Delta is ready to help meet that demand with capability across both LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines.  Delta technicians are the best in the business.  The unmatched care they show for our airplanes is exactly what our customers can expect — quality and performance operators need to keep aircraft flying.” 


CFM LEAP Family engines power the Airbus A320neo Family (LEAP-1A) and serves as the exclusive power plant for the Boeing 737-10 MAX (LEAP-1B), of which Delta has ordered 100 aircraft, with deliveries set to begin once the model receives FAA certification.  Globally, the LEAP Family continues to expand its footprint, now exceeding 95 million flight hours, 41 million cycles and supporting more than 150 customers.  As of February 2026, cumulative deliveries of installed and spare LEAP engines had surpassed 8,000. 


Delta TechOps is the largest MRO in North America and one of the most experienced providers worldwide, supporting over 150 global operators.  With 25 years of experience spanning engines, components and airframe maintenance, Delta TechOps employs thousands of aviation professionals dedicated to delivering industry-leading performance and innovation.   Delta TechOps is a CFM Premier MRO provider for LEAP engines, and one of only six globally authorized providers under CFM’s Branded Services Agreement.



Source: Delta Air Lines 

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