Aviation Week MRO

By James Pozzi
Engine OEM announced in February that it hoped to bring the number of grounded aircraft powered by the Trent 1000 down to single figures by the end of the year.
Aircraft & Propulsion

The commercial aviation MRO industry needs hundreds of thousands of new mechanics and job prospects are vast. Caveat emptor: summer season layoffs are possible.
MRO

By James Pozzi
Why commercial aircraft fuel systems are strong candidates for modifications and updates.
Supply Chain

The aerospace industry’s ambitions for Industry 4.0 are not aligned with its efforts
Emerging Technologies

Good things come in small packages, as in converting regional aircraft into cargo-carrying gems.
Aircraft & Propulsion

An airline startup and F-35 fighters create prospects for MRO and other aerospace work at a central Korean aviation cluster.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

Deferring the retirement of aging aircraft and ADS-B Out mandates are among the factors driving the hot avionics upgrade market.

The Seamless Air Alliance hopes to standardize inflight connectivity equipment, which would have many benefits—including easier retrofits.
MRO

MROs in the Baltics are growing, with the help of a similar playbook
MRO

U.S. MRO providers and regulators have prepared well for Brexit contingencies, but unknown issues could still arise.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

FAA’s proposed rewrite of the Part 147 regulation, which governs the aviation maintenance schools, is being met with mixed reactions.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

The aircraft is looking to reach the number by the end of 2019.
Supply Chain

Continuing strong commercial airline traffice growth creating more business for MRO providers, especially in emerging markets.
MRO

MCAS's operation during the October 29, 2018 Lion Air Flight 610 accident and March 10, 2019 Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 accidents is a focus of ongoing investigations.
Supply Chain

By James Pozzi
Despite slowing of revenues, commercial engine repair demand remains strong for MRO business.
MRO

By Lindsay Bjerregaard
Stratasys and NCAMP have developed a new public domain database to simplify qualification of 3D printed parts for MROs and suppliers.
Emerging Technologies

By James Pozzi
Agreement will see UK-headquartered company support engine MRO TEXL with parts supply.
MRO

Overhauled seats can save 40-60% of new seat costs.
MRO

By James Pozzi
The ownership of the company has been the subject of speculation for some time with its Chinese owners reportedly weighing up a sale of the business.
MRO

Despite growing airline interest, decisions on ETL's have yet to be made at most carriers.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

Boost centered on airline mechanics while real pay for independent MRO shop and OEM mechanics flat.
MRO

Process ensures seamless transition through Brexit, UK-based company says.
MRO

The issues combined cost the aircraft manufacturing about $1 billion in the first quarter of this year.
Supply Chain

New system by the MRO and aircraft interiors group enables digital, mobile cabin maintenance.
Emerging Technologies

By James Pozzi
Olivier Mongenot, president of the landing gear and hydraulic component specialist, talks to James Pozzi about the latest developments at the company.
MRO