{"id":953520,"date":"2026-04-22T00:21:45","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T04:21:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/woodward-partners-with-lufthansa-technik-as-an-elite-level-licensed-repair-service-facility-for-cfm-leap-engine-controls\/"},"modified":"2026-04-22T00:21:45","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T04:21:45","slug":"woodward-partners-with-lufthansa-technik-as-an-elite-level-licensed-repair-service-facility-for-cfm-leap-engine-controls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/woodward-partners-with-lufthansa-technik-as-an-elite-level-licensed-repair-service-facility-for-cfm-leap-engine-controls\/","title":{"rendered":"Woodward Partners with Lufthansa Technik as an Elite-Level Licensed Repair Service Facility for CFM LEAP Engine Controls"},"content":{"rendered":"

\nCollaboration combines Lufthansa Technik\u2019s engine services expertise with Woodward\u2019s leading technology to ensure efficiency and increase uptime for CFM LEAP engine-powered aircraft
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FORT COLLINS, Colo., April 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Woodward, Inc. (NASDAQ: WWD) and Lufthansa Technik have entered an Elite Licensed Repair Service Facility Agreement (LRSF), reinforcing their long-standing cooperation for support of Woodward components on the CFM International LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B*<\/sup> engines. As part of Woodward\u2019s newly established two-tier global support network, Lufthansa Technik is the first network partner authorized to provide the complete range of repair and overhaul services on Woodward fuel controls, valves, and actuators on the CFM LEAP engines.<\/p>\n

For operators of Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, this agreement will translate into enhanced service resilience and greater planning certainty. Lufthansa Technik, as a CFM Premier MRO provider, already supports a significant number of CFM LEAP engine-powered aircraft. The Elite partnership further strengthens Lufthansa Technik\u2019s ability to deliver integrated, OEM-aligned repair and overhaul services for Woodward fuel controls, actuators, and valves \u2013 the critical system that drives engine performance and reliability \u2013 as CFM LEAP fleets continue to grow.<\/p>\n

As part of the collaboration, Lufthansa Technik will invest in advanced tooling and test equipment to enable full Elite-level capabilities for Woodward components. This investment reflects the company\u2019s long-term commitment to the CFM LEAP platform and its determination to deliver OEM-compliant, high-quality repair solutions for CFM LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engine operators worldwide.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe partnership with Lufthansa Technik is an important step forward in our collaboration and for delivering excellent service to customers,\u201d said John DiSilvestro, Senior Vice President of Sales, Marketing, and Service at Woodward. \u201cLufthansa Technik is a proven leader in engine and component maintenance and a trusted partner. Together, we are strengthening global support for the growing CFM LEAP engine fleet.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cFor our customers, this partnership agreement translates into tangible operational benefits: OEM-supported repair capabilities, close technical alignment, and continuity provide the reliability that airlines need when operating highly efficient and complex next-generation engines,\u201d said Berit Plewinsky, Vice President Commercial Aircraft Component Services at Lufthansa Technik. \u201cThis milestone strengthens our ability to support LEAP fleets sustainably throughout their lifecycle.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThis collaboration reflects a high level of mutual trust and long-term commitment between Woodward and Lufthansa Technik,\u201d said Henning Linnekogel, Senior Director OEM Partner Management at Lufthansa Technik. \u201cBy joining Woodward\u2019s ELITE network as the first independent MRO, we are deepening our collaboration and setting new standards in CFM LEAP component support.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThis agreement is about delivering more value to customers,\u201d said Jacob Roush, Vice President of Sales at Woodward. \u201cAirlines need highly reliable solutions that keep aircraft flying efficiently and downtime to a minimum. Partnering with Lufthansa Technik at the Elite level allows us to expand access to OEM-aligned services for Woodward fuel controls, actuators, and valves across the global CFM LEAP fleet.\u201d<\/p>\n

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From left to right: Henning Linnekogel, Senior Director OEM Partner Management at Lufthansa Technik, Berit Plewinsky, Vice President Commercial Aircraft Component Services at Lufthansa Technik, and John DiSilvestro, Vice President Sales, Marketing and Services at Woodward<\/p>\n

\n About Woodward<\/strong>
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Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Our purpose is to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion, and motion control systems perform in some of the world\u2019s harshest environments. Woodward is a global company headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA. Visit our website at www.woodward.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\n About Woodward\u2019s Licensed Repair Services Facility Program (LRSF)<\/strong>\n <\/p>\n

Woodward\u2019s LRSF program provides Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) stations with licenses and technology packages to perform MRO services on Woodward engine components and systems on CFM LEAP engines.<\/p>\n

The program features two distinct tiers:\u00a0Elite\u00a0<\/em>and\u00a0Authorized<\/em>, each offering unique benefits. MRO service providers can choose the tier that best suits their needs.<\/p>\n

\n Key features include:<\/strong>\n <\/p>\n