StandardAero, a premier independent provider of aerospace engine aftermarket services, has broken ground on a major 70,000 sq. ft. expansion to its Winnipeg, Manitoba facility. This strategic investment enhances the site’s Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) capabilities for two critical turbofan engine families: the GE Aerospace CF34-3/8 and the CFM International CFM56-7B.
The expansion will significantly increase capacity for the CF34-3/8 engine, which powers popular regional jets like the Embraer E175 and MHIRJ CRJ700. It will also allow for more work on the CFM56-7B engine, the powerplant for the Boeing 737 Next Generation (NG) and military derivatives such as the P-8A Poseidon. This growth is supported by a $3 million contribution from the Manitoba provincial government, a key partner in the project.
According to Russ Ford, StandardAero’s Chairman & CEO, the investment reinforces the company’s commitment to its global customer base and will increase the building’s footprint by 40 percent. The project solidifies StandardAero’s 114-year presence in Winnipeg and its commitment to its 1,500 highly skilled employees there. Peter Wheatley, Vice President for the CF34/CFM56 programs, confirmed that the additional capacity is already mostly secured through long-term contracts, ensuring a strong workflow for years to come. The expanded facility, set to be operational in the second half of 2026, will be equipped with world-class technology and processes.
This facility expansion is a direct response to surging travel demand, providing customers with greater choice in the MRO network. It underscores StandardAero’s role as a high-performing, trusted partner in the global aerospace industry.
