Inside MRO

If Airbus or its engine manufacturers had made a few changes, could the A380 have been a better-selling aircraft?

Companies target logistics, supplier management, used serviceable material programs and more.

ARSA advocates for turning to experts for help on navigating regulatory compliance issues.

Why airlines’ preference for engine module swaps instead of overhauls is likely to continue.

What’s the outlook for IFE? Will all airline passengers be able to stream with their own devices eventually?

New joint ventures and overseas expansion are highlights of MRO business developments this month.

Global helicopter operator brings its experience to bear to help AAM get off the ground.

Expect major milestones for Mexicana MRO in 2022, with the first of these to occur in August.

How the Middle East region is navigating an MRO recovery.

Why new infrastructure, MRO procedure changes will be essential for a successful launch of AAM services.

Why MRO spending for the A220 is likely to show solid growth as regional airline traffic recovers first.

Using newly approved sensors to monitor parts of an aircraft fuselage can save time and money.

How Air Canada is using new tech in its maintenance division.

Today’s QARs have evolved to provide airlines with better capability, capacity and connectivity.

Recycling services providers are offering ways to reduce waste from the full spectrum of aircraft MRO.

Spirit AeroSystems sees repairs, expansion into new markets as keys to growing aftermarket business 20% annually through 2024.

MROs, airlines and OEMs are rolling out new sustainability initiatives to reduce waste and carbon emissions.

Will a mix of aftermarket standards from aviation and automotive industries be necessary to make advanced air mobility operations viable?

How training schools are adjusting to, and likely to benefit from, new FAA Part 147 requirements.

Aviation maintenance training resources in the U.S. are not keeping pace with modern advances in aircraft or MRO technologies.

Why affected airlines find Leap 1A record-keeping mandated by regulators burdensome.

ARSA says the aviation industry must embrace sensible regulatory interpretation to ensure the success of futuristic flight technologies.

New aircraft seat designs are being developed to better accommodate passengers with reduced mobility.

Latin American MROs could have advantages over competitors to the north as aftermarket demand recovers post-pandemic.

Embraer E-Jet cargo conversion, FEAM acquires Northern Aerotech, MTU Maintenance Zhuhai's new facility and new noteworthy contracts.