Direct Maintenance, operating under the brand name Magnetic Line, has secured a significant line maintenance agreement with American Airlines, marking a major expansion of our Dublin operations. From 1 January 2026, the company will provide contracted line maintenance services for the airline’s Boeing 777 and Boeing 787 fleet at Dublin Airport (DUB).
The line maintenance agreement includes ETOPS (Extended-range Twin-engine Operational Performance Standards) pre-departure checks, and line maintenance support for the long-haul transatlantic operations that American Airlines runs to and from the Irish capital.
“As the largest independent Part-145 maintenance provider in Dublin, American Airlines represents a strategic addition to our client portfolio,” said James Dyer, Station Manager at Dublin.
“The scale and complexity of supporting up to five daily wide-body ops during peak season will test our capabilities, but our team has the technical expertise and infrastructure to deliver,” he added.
The scope of operations will vary season to season – reflecting American Airlines’ scheduling patterns. During the winter months, the carrier typically operates one to two daily flights to Dublin, while during the summer season, that number grows to as many as five daily flights.
“This agreement validates our strategy of building comprehensive capabilities that can support the world’s major airlines,” added Getter Kägu, Commercial Representative at Direct Maintenance. “American Airlines operates one of the most demanding schedules in the industry, and they’ve entrusted us with line maintenance services in Dublin, that can directly impact their operational performance. That level of confidence represents a major milestone in our company’s growth.”
To support the new contract, Dublin station will undergo significant expansion. The facility will relocate to a larger space at Dublin Airport, providing additional office and storage capacity essential for managing the increased volume of parts and equipment needed for the new operations.