Inside MRO

By Sean Broderick
New parts registry and acceptance of AFRA accreditation open the country’s massive market to cross-border used serviceable material transactions.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Keith Mwanalushi
Kenya Airways Technical Director Gilbert Bett discusses the airline’s efforts to increase in-house maintenance capabilities.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Sean Broderick
Industry says FAA certification reviews take too long. The agency agrees and is working on changes.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Paul Seidenman, David Spanovich
Designers are seeking lighter, more recyclable upholstery options, but flammability remains a concern.
Interiors & Connectivity

By Lee Ann Shay
Ben Scheidel, HAECO group director for airframe services, talks about longer-term contracts and moving to a new facility in December.
Supply Chain

By James Pozzi
How parts shortages, workforce constraints and geopolitical disruption are altering Asia-Pacific’s maintenance strategies.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By James Pozzi
Europe’s MRO industry must turn the sovereignty debate into tangible improvements in parts availability, repair capability and airline support.
Supply Chain

By Antoine Fafard, Brian Kough
Aviation Week's new 2027 Commercial Fleet & MRO Forecast projects that nearly 40% of commercial aircraft deliveries over the next decade will happen in Asia.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Lindsay Bjerregaard
Aftermarket parts suppliers are growing inventories, investments and offerings as demand for spares accelerates.
Supply Chain

By Keith Mwanalushi
Parts suppliers caution that speculative parts listings are complicating inventory searches.
Supply Chain

Brett Levanto
A class action lawsuit by former FAA designees alleges the agency’s termination of designations violates constitutional rights.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

Sanghoon (Benedick) Jang
Simply checking a box for safety management system requirements is not enough to ensure MROs are truly prepared.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Michael Bruno
Industry and investor outlooks seem to be at odds, but it really depends on timing.
Supply Chain

Aviation Week Staff
Latest MRO news and contracts from around the world.
Supply Chain

By Graham Warwick
Crux Aerospace partners with NZAero to develop a hydrogen-electric version of the 750XL utility aircraft after acquiring test assets from Stralis.
Emerging Technologies

By Lee Ann Shay
How AAR Corp’s purchase of MRO Holdings fits into its M&A and operational playbook.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Alex Derber
The global aircraft modifications market will remain strong even as new aircraft deliveries ramp up.
Interiors & Connectivity

By James Pozzi
AeroEngines Europe speakers assessed how geopolitical fragmentation and tight engine availability are influencing aftermarket planning and investment.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Lindsay Bjerregaard
Saulius Bajarunas is prioritizing culture transfer and digital efficiencies amid FL Technics’ global expansion strategy.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Lee Ann Shay
Before retiring as StandardAero CEO, Russell Ford discussed his next steps on the board as well as his successor Paul McElhinney.
Services & Support

By Lindsay Bjerregaard
New research suggests MROs struggle to recruit because they are focused on highlighting the wrong things.
Workforce & Training

By Paul Seidenman, David Spanovich
Seat manufacturers are pushing for higher recyclability as the aviation sector tackles sustainability goals.
Interiors & Connectivity

By Paul Seidenman, David Spanovich
Parts manufacturer approval parts are gaining traction as supply chain issues drive demand for cheaper, faster parts.
Supply Chain

By Paul Seidenman, David Spanovich
New overhead and galley storage products are boosting space and digital capabilities while keeping sustainability in mind.
Interiors & Connectivity

By Sean Broderick
Expansion and new business lines are driving the Lufthansa Group’s MRO arm toward its 2023 revenue target.
Services & Support