Muirhead Avionics, part of AMETEK MRO, has signed a long-term agreement with Innovative Aerosystems to become an Authorised Repair Centre (ARC) for selected legacy avionics products formerly developed under Honeywell product lines.

Announced in London on 19 May, the agreement authorises Muirhead Avionics to provide approved repair and overhaul services for selected Inertial Reference Units (IRUs), radio equipment, and associated avionics systems now fully supported by Innovative Aerosystems.

SUPPORT FOR LEGACY AVIONICS FLEETS

According to the companies, the appointment is intended to support continued product availability and regulatory compliance for operators using long-serving avionics systems.

Muirhead Avionics stated that the repair activity will be conducted using OEM-approved repair processes, authorised technical data, approved test equipment, and approved parts.

David Bentley, Divisional Vice President and Business Manager of Muirhead Avionics / AMETEK MRO, said the agreement would support operators across Europe, Africa, and Asia with approved repair capability for selected legacy avionics platforms.

OEM AND MRO COLLABORATION

Bentley noted that avionics manufacturers are increasingly working with specialised maintenance, repair, and overhaul providers to maintain support for legacy equipment while internal resources focus on newer product development.

He added that ARC agreements provide an established framework between OEMs and authorised MRO providers for long-term operational support of ageing avionics systems.

Muirhead Avionics has supported Honeywell-designed avionics equipment for several decades through approved repair and overhaul services.

GLOBAL MRO OPERATIONS

AMETEK MRO provides maintenance, repair, and overhaul services across commercial, military, regional, and general aviation sectors. The company services more than 40,000 aircraft components and operates 13 facilities globally.

The business supports a broad range of aircraft systems including avionics, landing gear, hydraulics, pneumatics, power systems, and safety equipment.