Powering growth in the Americas: Lufthansa Technik Engine Services expands Tulsa operations
- Nearly doubled engine service capacity at LTES facility in Oklahoma.
- New module shop planned to further boost turnaround times and operational flexibility.
- Dual-training program supports long-term talent development.
Lufthansa Technik Engine Services (LTES) is significantly expanding its engine support capacity in Tulsa, Oklahoma, nearly doubling its engine services operations and further strengthening its presence in the Americas. The expansion increases the number of work bays from 28 to 46 to support V2500, CFM56‑5B/7B, Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8/8C and GTF engines. In addition, a dedicated module shop is planned to further broaden the service portfolio.
With this expansion, LTES increases its footprint, enhancing capacity and technical capabilities to enable more efficient and flexible support for customers in the Americas. The new module shop will streamline internal processes, reduce turnaround times and further improve LTES’s ability to meet the growing market demand. The entire project is expected to create over 100 new jobs by 2030.
Tulsa is a key hub in the Lufthansa Technik network
Formerly known as BizJet International, the Tulsa site has specialized in engine overhauls and in-field maintenance services for Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8/8C engines used in corporate jets. Today, the site continues to support Tay engines.
At the same time, the facility has evolved into a central hub for Lufthansa Technik’s Mobile Engine Services (MES) network, providing services for V2500, CFM56-5B/7B and GTF engines and operating one of the most advanced fully digital test cells.
The Mobile Engine Services network delivers surgical strike repairs, also called quick turn events, that reduce both costs and turnaround times for operators.
“Our Mobile Engine Services network is a key differentiator for Lufthansa Technik, enabling rapid on-wing and in-shop solutions that help our customers maximise fleet availability,” says Harald Gloy, Chief Operations Officer of Lufthansa Technik. “By nearly doubling our capacity in Tulsa, we are strengthening a critical part of our engine services network and enhancing our ability to support operators across the Americas. At the same time, we are investing in our people, developing the skills and expertise needed to deliver the quality and reliability our customers expect. Together with our new engine facility in Calgary and our strong, well-established presence in Montreal, Tulsa plays a key role in expanding Lufthansa Technik’s engine services footprint in the Americas.”
Dual-training program for long-term talent development
As part of its expansion, LTES has developed a dual-training program to secure long-term talent development and support sustainable growth. Launched in early 2025, the program combines hands‑on technical training with structured theoretical education.
The full program takes approximately 18 months to complete, and successful participants test to earn the FAA powerplant certificate upon completion. To date, 24 employees have enrolled in the program and ten candidates have earned their certificates.
The training initiative helps address the shortage of powerplant technicians while reinforcing LTES’s commitment to workforce excellence and operational quality.
“The expansion in Tulsa increases our capacity and brings a proven element of our German heritage to the U.S.: the dual education system. By combining hands-on experience with structured training, we develop the skilled engine technicians needed to support long-term quality and growth in the Americas. Investing in local talent is a key part of our strategy and further strengthens Tulsa as an important hub for aviation maintenance,” said Michael Scheferhoff, President and CEO of Lufthansa Technik Engine Services.
Beyond engine services, Tulsa also plays a key role within the broader Lufthansa Technik Group through the continued growth of Lufthansa Technik Component Services (LTCS).
The recent expansion of LTCS in Tulsa has further strengthened the site’s broad capabilities in component maintenance and repair.
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