TAI PEI, TAIWANChina Airlines, the flag carrier of Taiwan, extends the Total Component Support (TCS) contract with Lufthansa Technik for another six years minimum.

The agreement covers component support for China Airlines' Airbus A330 fleet comprising of 23 aircraft. Lufthansa Technik also provides component services for their Airbus A350 fleet, including simulator components as well as Auxiliary Power Units.

"The reliable and high-quality services we have experienced since 2010 had convinced us to extend the contract. A stable operation is crucial for us and Lufthansa Technik has proven to be a dependable partner," Jason Tsai, VP Engineering Division of China Airlines, said.

"We are thankful for our long-term and trustful relationship with China Airlines and are commited to exceed their expectations," said Konstantin Stathopoulos, VP Corporate Sales for North Asia at Lufthansa Technik.