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Hancock Aviation expands Central Asian operations with new line station in Shymkent, Kazakhstan

Hancock Aviation, a leading international EASA Part 145 provider headquartered in Germany, has announced the opening of a new line maintenance station at Shymkent International Airport (CIT), Kazakhstan.

This strategic expansion complements the company’s existing station in Almaty (ALA) and marks a significant milestone in Hancock Aviation’s commitment to growth across Central Asia.

The new station will initially support Airbus A320 and A330 aircraft, with plans to extend capabilities to Boeing 747 as demand increases.

Additional aircraft types, including Boeing 737 and 777, are currently under review for future inclusion.

Benjamin Nolden, accountable manager at Hancock Aviation, said: “With increasing demand for widebody aircraft support in the region, our new Shymkent station strengthens Hancock Aviation’s footprint in Kazakhstan.

“We see substantial investment in smaller airports across the country aimed at attracting new airline customers. Our trusted partner, World Aircraft Services – a US and Kazakh-based company specialising in ground and cargo handling – has been instrumental in helping us understand the Kazakh spirit.

“We are truly impressed by the skills, experience, and work ethic of our local Kazakh engineers.”

The Shymkent station is part of a broader regional strategy, with a new facility in Turkistan (HSA) already in development and expected to open soon.

Hancock Aviation specialises in niche aviation services including worldwide Flying Spanner support, ad-hoc line maintenance, and aircraft transition projects.

The company’s agile and flexible approach continues to meet the evolving needs of airlines operating in dynamic markets.

 

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