Keith Mwanalushi primarily writes about the global commercial aviation aftermarket and has more than 10 years of experience covering it. He is based in the UK.
Longer repair lead times and supplier instability are forcing airlines to rethink procurement, inventory and logistics strategies, MRO industry insiders say.
According to experts, MRO customers are prioritizing turnaround time over price and placing greater importance on longer-term agreements and closer operator relationships.