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Design, Engineering & Innovation (DEI) Services vs Engine MRO
Spec comparison for two products on Aviation Souk. Both compete in Aircraft MRO / Line Maintenance.
Aircraft MRO / Line Maintenance
Design, Engineering & Innovation (DEI) Services
by Etihad Engineering
EASA Part 21J- and Part 21G-approved design, certification, and in-house production for major aircraft cabin modifications and additive-manufactured parts.
Aircraft MRO / Line Maintenance
Engine MRO
by HAECO Group
Full overhaul and on-wing engine support for Rolls-Royce Trent, GE, and CFM/LEAP powerplants across four facilities in Hong Kong, Xiamen, Amsterdam, and Dallas.
| Cost of ownership | Design, Engineering & Innovation (DEI) Services | Engine MRO |
|---|---|---|
| Price tier | — | — |
| Lead time (weeks) | ?–? | ?–? |
| Delivery | — | — |
| Install | — | — |
| GCC airports deployed | 0 | 0 |
| Certifications | 0 | 0 |
Specs
Technical specifications.
| Spec | Design, Engineering & Innovation (DEI) Services | Engine MRO |
|---|---|---|
| Design authority | EASA Part 21J DOA (extended scope) + GCAA Part 21J DOA | — |
| Production authority | EASA Part 21G POA — first in Middle East, first non-European MRO globally | — |
| Modification scope | Minor and Major changes including full STCs | — |
| Additive manufacturing approval | EASA-approved powder-bed fusion (EOS technology) | — |
| Part types produced | Metallic, plastic, composite, soft furnishings, decals, placards | — |
| Aircraft scope | All large commercial and VIP aircraft types | — |
| Notable first | First airline MRO globally to design, certify, and fly 3D-printed cabin parts under EASA | — |
| Engines overhauled (cumulative) | — | 5,500+ |
| Engine families | — | RR Trent 500/700/800/XWB, GE90, CF34-10A, CFM56, LEAP-1A/1B |
| Test cell thrust rating (HAESL) | — | 130,000 lb |
| GE90 in-house repair schemes | — | 400+ |
| Trent in-house repair self-sufficiency | — | 95%+ |
| GE90 in-house repair self-sufficiency | — | 75%+ |
| Dallas facility size | — | 290,000 sq ft |
| Dallas maintenance bays | — | 36+ |
| Regulatory approvals | — | EASA, FAA + Asia-Pacific, Middle East authorities |
| AOG support | — | 24/7 on-wing, global |
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