LATAM MRO Brazil

LATAM MRO Brazil serves as the primary heavy maintenance and engineering hub for the LATAM Airlines Group, located in São Carlos. The facility occupies a central position in the South American aerospace service chain, providing technical support, airframe overhauls, and structural repairs. It operates as a consolidated engineering centre for one of the largest commercial fleets in the Southern Hemisphere, ensuring regional airworthiness through scheduled and unscheduled heavy checks. The organisation primarily supports the narrowbody and widebody fleets of its parent group, including Airbus A320 family aircraft and Boeing 767, 777, and 787 models. Beyond internal requirements, the facility offers third-party maintenance services to external operators and leasing companies. It maintains close technical relationships with original equipment manufacturers such as Airbus and Boeing for the procurement of technical data, structural components, and specialised tooling required for complex airframe modifications. Prospective partners should verify the facility’s current certifications from the National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). Evidence of specific ratings for composite repair, avionics upgrades, and non-destructive testing should be requested. Buyers should also confirm available slot capacity and lead times for heavy maintenance checks, as internal fleet requirements often take priority over external commercial contracts.