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Jet2.com Opens New Maintenance Hangar at Manchester Airport

Jet2.com Opens New Maintenance Hangar at Manchester Airport
UK leisure airline Jet2.com has inaugurated a new multi-million-pound maintenance hangar at Manchester Airport, marking a pivotal expansion of its in-house engineering capabilities. The 6,300-square-metre facility, developed in collaboration with technical construction specialist TSL, was completed exactly one year after the demolition of the previous hangar on the same site. This development aligns with Jet2.com’s long-term growth strategy and commitment to enhancing operational efficiency.
Expanded Capacity and Training Facilities
Located adjacent to Jet2.com’s existing hangar, the new building significantly increases maintenance capacity, enabling teams to service up to three aircraft simultaneously, or six across both hangars. This expansion is designed to support the airline’s growing fleet and operational demands. The facility also includes a dedicated apprentice training suite, complete with workshops and classrooms, reflecting Jet2.com’s investment in workforce development. The airline’s engineering apprenticeship programme has grown to more than 30 participants, underscoring its focus on cultivating skilled talent. In addition, the hangar incorporates solar panels on its roof, contributing to the company’s sustainability objectives by reducing energy consumption.
Steve Heapy, chief executive of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, described the new hangar as a “world-class facility” that enhances the airline’s maintenance capabilities and supports continued growth. He emphasized the importance of bringing more engineering professionals into the business to sustain operational success.
Industry Context and Competitive Challenges
Jackie Wild, group chief executive of TSL, highlighted the collaborative effort in delivering the project safely, on time, and within budget. The completion of the hangar is seen as a key component in supporting Jet2.com’s expansion plans.
Nevertheless, the launch of the new facility occurs within a competitive environment at Manchester Airport, where multiple airlines already operate maintenance services. Jet2.com faces potential challenges including competition for skilled engineers, regulatory scrutiny concerning safety and efficiency, and limited availability of hangar space. Similar pressures have been observed in other markets, such as South Florida, where airlines have responded by upgrading maintenance infrastructure or seeking regulatory adjustments to maintain competitive balance.
Despite these hurdles, Jet2.com’s substantial investment in the new hangar demonstrates its commitment to operational excellence and workforce development, positioning the airline to better meet the demands of a growing fleet amid an increasingly competitive aviation sector.

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