IAI Bedek Aviation

IAI Bedek Aviation functions as the dedicated commercial aviation division of Israel Aerospace Industries. It operates as a full-service Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) provider, occupying a critical position in the mid-to-late life cycle of commercial aircraft. The division specialises in heavy maintenance, structural modifications, and the industrial-scale conversion of passenger aircraft into cargo configurations, serving global leasing firms and major logistics carriers. The organisation is most recognised for its proprietary Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) for the Boeing 737, 767, and 777 families, transforming these platforms into freighters. It maintains long-term service agreements and conversion partnerships with entities such as Amazon Air, DHL, and various international flag carriers. Beyond airframes, the division operates extensive facilities for the overhaul of civilian jet engines and landing gear assemblies. Prospective partners should verify the specific slot availability at their global conversion sites, as work is often distributed across international sub-contracted facilities. It is also necessary to confirm the current certification status of specific engine line capabilities and the lead times for proprietary conversion kits. Compliance with both CAAI and international bilateral aviation safety agreements should be validated for specific airframe types.