Inside MRO

A look at the rules, people and technology behind the scenes that enabled Taylor Swift’s safe air travel from Tokyo to the 2024 Super Bowl.

ATR’s record aftermarket results have grown thanks in part to a variety of new services products.

Aircraft cabin evacuation slides are being designed with new materials that reduce weight and increase inspection intervals.

Manufacturers of aerospace materials and chemicals are engineering products to provide better performance and fewer environmental impacts.

Tailored maintenance services aim to provide better adaptability in response to supply chain, fleet and workforce issues.

Obstacles to technician training and certification are holding back the industry’s workforce pipeline potential.

John Laughter, who became Delta TechOps’ president in October 2023, speaks with Aviation Week about his outlook for the MRO organization.

In choosing local or distant maintenance, airlines must consider additional downtime and transport costs, among other factors.

OEMs are designing turbine blades to be more resilient in harsh environments and at high temperatures.

AAR’s purchase of Triumph addresses two of the top problems of the MRO industry.

A look at where new commercial aftermarket engine capabilities are being added around the world.

The state of affairs for aftermarket growth and navigating current market challenges in the region.

Coalition is tackling thorny area of fraud in aviation parts supply chain.

Moving the needle on the sector’s gender imbalance will require leadership to prioritize inclusivity and respect in the hangar.

Aviation Week projects that North and Latin America commercial MRO labor expenditures will top $46.8 billion through 2033.

Justin O’Donnell, Riyadh Air technical director, speaks to Aviation Week about the startup airline’s MRO plans.

ARSA argues leadership changes at the FAA and Boeing have overcomplicated safety policies and procedures for the workforce.

The manufacturer aims to use digital tools and technologies to enhance maintenance support for customers.

DASI sees the aviation parts market evolving to include spot markets.

The MRO plots its path to exceeding €10 billion in revenue by 2030.

New MRO facilities and joint ventures are highlights of this month’s News Briefs and Contracts.

After a recent counterfeit parts scandal, USM specialists are looking at control and traceability mechanisms.

Specialists are adding new services, growing their global footprint and signing new customers.

Though the FAA may or may not require safety management systems for repair stations, the issue is moot for the largest shops.

How civil aerospace aftermarket demand is driving its investment in its services network.