FL Technics has named JetBlue as the launch customer for its new $70 million maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility at Punta Cana International Airport in the Dominican Republic. The agreement covers base maintenance for JetBlue’s Airbus A320 family aircraft, marking the first such services from FL Technics for the airline.
The hub, developed in partnership with Grupo Puntacana, nears completion and targets a June opening, pending FAA audit and certification. It will initially create 300 skilled technical and support jobs, with expansion plans to reach 2,000 employees.
This deal anchors Punta Cana’s transformation into a key MRO center in the Caribbean, leveraging the region’s growing aviation traffic and JetBlue’s strong presence. The facility enhances operational efficiency for A320 operators by reducing downtime and maintenance costs through localized services.
For JetBlue, the partnership supports its fleet reliability amid expanding routes to Punta Cana, a major leisure destination. The development signals investor confidence in the Dominican Republic’s aviation infrastructure, positioning it to capture regional MRO demand.