Bombardier’s U.S. Service Centres Each Capture 2020 FAA Diamond Award of Excellence, Building on Strong Reputation for Outstanding Service

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Bombardier’s five U.S.-based service centres have each received the 2020 Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Diamond Award of Excellence from the FAA, signifying the industry’s top honor for aviation maintenance.

In 2020, these technicians completed nearly two million maintenance hours and 200 major inspections on approximately 1,700 aircraft. Despite pandemic challenges, Bombardier maintained operations to support customers.

As it expands globally, including service centers in Melbourne and Berlin, Bombardier continues to enhance its service offerings.

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• U.S.-based service centres received the FAA AMT Diamond Award of Excellence for 2020, reflecting high maintenance standards.
• Technicians completed close to two million maintenance hours on 1,700 aircraft in 2020, indicating strong operational capacity.
• Bombardier's commitment to customer service was evident as facilities remained open during the pandemic.

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• Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Diamond Award of Excellence is the industry’s highest honour for aviation maintenance
  
  
• Bombardier’s U.S.-based service technicians performed close to two million maintenance hours in 2020, including 200 major maintenance inspections
  
  
• Bombardier facilities remained open throughout the pandemic, servicing aircraft and assisting customers in times of need
  

MONTRÉAL, May 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bombardier announced today that its five U.S.-based service centres have each received the 2020 Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Diamond Award of Excellence, the industry’s highest recognition award for aircraft maintenance.

Sponsored by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), collectively these awards reflect Bombardier’s commitment to supporting its customers as it delivers a world-class customer experience through its highly skilled maintenance technicians, dedicated support staff and pursuit of service excellence through continuous learning and training opportunities for its various service teams.

“The AMT Diamond Award of Excellence is the industry’s highest honour for aviation maintenance and it shines a light on the outstanding expertise displayed by all of our teams within our service network,” said Jean-Christophe Gallagher, Executive Vice President, Services and Support, and Corporate Strategy, Bombardier. “These awards reflect the flexibility and creativity of our teams to provide the highest maintenance standards possible.”

The AMT Diamond Award of Excellence is presented to organizations that provide 100 per cent of their eligible technicians with regulatory, airworthiness and safety awareness training programs within a given year. Bombardier’s U.S.-based facilities have consistently received recognition with FAA Diamond Awards for several years, highlighting the exemplary levels of service displayed by the teams.

In 2020 alone, U.S.-based technicians performed close to two million hours on 6,600 work orders servicing some 1,700 aircraft. Key maintenance procedures included more than 20 Global aircraft 120-month inspections, 25 Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B Out) procedures, 12 Future Air Navigation (FANS) installs, nine Collins Pro Line 21 and Pro Line 21 Advanced installations.

With recent announcements underscoring service centre growth and expansion in Melbourne, Australia, Biggin Hill, U.K, Miami-Dade County, U.S.A., and Berlin, Germany, the introduction of several exciting new products and services and the latest developments in the Smart Link Plus program, Bombardier continues to build on its commitment to provide customers with the industry’s best service experience.

About Bombardier
Bombardier is a global leader in aviation, creating innovative and game-changing planes. Our products and services provide world-class experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability and safety.

Headquartered in Montréal, Canada, Bombardier is present in more than 12 countries including its production/engineering sites and its customer support network. The Corporation supports a worldwide fleet of approximately 4,900 aircraft in service with a wide variety of multinational corporations, charter and fractional ownership providers, governments and private individuals.

News and information is available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.

Notes to Editors
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For Information
Matthew Nicholls
Bombardier
+ 1 514-243-8214
matthew.nicholls@aero.bombardier.com

FAQ

What is the significance of the AMT Diamond Award of Excellence for Bombardier (BDRBF)?

The AMT Diamond Award of Excellence is the highest recognition for aircraft maintenance, awarded to Bombardier’s service centres for meeting stringent training requirements.

How many maintenance hours did Bombardier technicians perform in 2020?

In 2020, Bombardier technicians performed close to two million maintenance hours.

Did Bombardier's service centres operate during the pandemic?

Yes, Bombardier's facilities remained operational throughout the pandemic, ensuring aircraft maintenance and customer support.

What kind of maintenance procedures did Bombardier technicians conduct in 2020?

Technicians conducted over 200 major maintenance inspections and handled various procedures such as Global aircraft inspections and ADS-B Out installations.

Which locations are included in Bombardier's service centre expansion plans?

Bombardier plans to expand its service centres in Melbourne, Australia; Biggin Hill, U.K; Miami-Dade County, U.S.A.; and Berlin, Germany.