GetJet Airlines has taken a significant step toward expanding its operational capabilities by securing a long-term lease at Vilnius International Airport. The charter airline has acquired a 4,664-square-meter plot, where it plans to construct a cutting-edge maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility.
With a €10 million investment planned between 2025 and 2028, the project aims to strengthen GetJet’s technical independence while enhancing service efficiency. The facility is expected to be fully operational by 2028, providing in-house aircraft maintenance and reducing the airline’s reliance on external MRO providers.
According to Inga Duglas, CEO of GetJet, this development is a pivotal milestone for the airline. “Establishing our own MRO facility marks a significant step in expanding our ability to support our fleet independently, ensuring unmatched operational flexibility,” she said.
Currently, GetJet is capable of mobilizing aircraft within 90 minutes of request confirmation and conducts over 500 ad-hoc operations annually. The new facility is set to further enhance these capabilities, creating approximately 50 new jobs and bolstering the airline’s ability to maintain its fleet with greater efficiency.
The aviation industry has been grappling with a global MRO shortage, leading many airlines to seek innovative solutions. Darius Viltrakis, CEO of GetJet Aviation Holdings, emphasized the importance of reducing dependence on third-party MRO providers. “Owning our own hangar and reducing dependence on third-party MRO providers is a major competitive advantage,” he said. “It allows us to maintain our fleet more effectively, improve operational flexibility, and adapt swiftly to growing industry demand.”
The project also aligns with Lithuanian Airports’ long-term strategy to attract aviation investments and expand Vilnius International Airport’s infrastructure. As the demand for efficient and self-sufficient aircraft maintenance solutions continues to rise, GetJet’s move to establish its own MRO hub underscores a forward-thinking approach to the evolving aviation landscape.
