Aviation Week MRO

By James Pozzi
Alfor Aviation develops a faster A330 PTF conversion system, plans Teesside facility to cut costs and downtime while creating 250 skilled jobs by 2027.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By James Pozzi
ITP Aero has begun repairing and overhauling low-pressure turbine (LPT) modules on the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000, expanding its role on the engine program.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Lindsay Bjerregaard
Boeing shares its latest projections for how many pilots, maintenance technicians and crew will be needed in the coming decades—and how to meet demand.
Workforce & Training

By James Pozzi
Lufthansa Technik signed an agreement with GE Aerospace subsidiary Unison to become the authorized European repair provider for ignition system components on the Leap engine family.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By James Pozzi
GKN Aerospace won long-term Pratt & Whitney contracts to repair GTF engine components using advanced additive manufacturing technology.
Supply Chain

By James Pozzi
AFI KLM E&M and lessor AerCap have formalized plans to establish a CFM International Leap leasing joint venture to ease asset availability constraints as the global fleet of aircraft powered by the engine family continues to expand.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By James Pozzi
ITP Aero has expanded its engine parts repair capabilities for both the Pratt & Whitney PW1500G and PW1900G after signing a 10-year agreement with the engine OEM.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By James Pozzi, Sean Broderick, Daniel Williams
Listen in as James Pozzi, Sean Broderick and Dan Williams discuss the changing aftermarket for CFM International's CFM56 engine.
MRO Podcast

By Lee Ann Shay
Duncan Aviation's new overhaul shop in Lincoln, Nebraska, nearly doubles its engine footprint there.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Graham Warwick
RED and Helix develop a hybrid-electric generator with lower fuel burn, emissions and noise, challenging turbine APUs for electric and regional aircraft.
Emerging Technologies

By Sean Broderick
CFM has earned FAA approval for its Leap-1B upgrade package, GE Aerospace CEO Larry Culp has confirmed, clearing the way for installations of the new parts during shop visits and on new-production engines.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Sean Broderick
Pratt & Whitney anticipates regulators will sign off on the PW1100G geared turbofan (GTF) hot section upgrade kit around the end of the year.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Chen Chuanren
Mammoth Freighters partners with STAECO to open its first Asia-Pacific 777 freighter conversion line in Qingdao, China, with operations starting this fall.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Sean Broderick
Pratt & Whitney, jumpstarting its AI-enabled engine inspection capabilities, has acquired Aiir Innovations, integrating its software into its shop workflows.
Emerging Technologies

By Keith Mwanalushi
Parts scarcity and delivery delays are making AOG readiness even more critical for operators this summer.
Supply Chain

By Lee Ann Shay, James Pozzi, Alex Derber
The fleet of CFM Leap-1A and -1B is growing—so is the MRO capacity and capability. Two providers announced news, one of which hints at what could come next.
MRO Podcast

By Alex Derber
Aircastle plans to return Spirit’s A320neos to service by 2027, addressing engine costs and fuel efficiency amid rising fuel prices and cautious market outlook.
Airlines & Lessors

By Alex Derber
Apollo proposes a higher bid for EasyJet, raising questions about its future strategy and potential impact on European maintenance and fleet operations.
Supply Chain

By Lindsay Bjerregaard
Setna iO is the latest company to acquire a Spirit Airlines airframe amid ongoing aftermarket competition for its assets.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Lee Ann Shay
MTU Maintenance inducted is first engine, a Leap-1B, on July 8.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Keith Mwanalushi
A shift in sustainability mindset is changing component repair strategies.
Emerging Technologies

By Molly McMillin
Daher Aircraft celebrated the opening of its new 6,000 ft.2 spare parts, maintenance, equipment overhaul and logistics center at Jonzac-Neulles Airport in western France.
Maintenance & Training

By Lee Ann Shay
Finding a site in Southeast Asia “was never a doubt” because of the region’s growth and strategic location, says Lufthansa Technik Philippines CEO.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Sean Broderick
FTAI and AEI partner to deliver 737-800 freighters with engines tailored for cargo, addressing demand for cost-efficient, lower-utilization solutions.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Alex Derber
Iberia Maintenance launches IAG Engine Tech to expand CFM LEAP services in Europe, aiming to boost profitability and operational resilience.
Aircraft & Propulsion