Inside MRO

Aviation Week data shows the number of commercial jet and turboprop aircraft being retired continues to drop.

FAA must approve Boeing’s plan because it goes against certification rules that govern design change.

Issues similar to findings in earlier audits.

Engine MROs and OEMs expect demand for digitalization tools to grow post-pandemic but see challenges in large-scale implementation.

Digitalization trends are driving new ways of working in MRO shops.

Repair specialists focus on nickel-cadmium batteries as new, less maintenance-intensive innovations emerge.

LOT Polish Airlines COO Maciej Wilk candidly talks about changes to the airline’s fleet and sustainability initiatives.

As MRO emerges from the pandemic, we need to take stock of where we are and where we are going.

European research organizations and startup accelerators are developing new technologies for the aftermarket.

Rule was due out in March, now slated for November.

Flight operations are the primary focus, but scope may expand.

See how the aviation industry is recovering, by region.

Laymen may have trouble understanding legal fine points. Don't just take "no" for an answer.

Things to consider before upgrading or implementing new MRO IT systems.

Additional operational and maintenance care is needed when operating near this extreme environment.

Used parts market expected to be jump-started by pending retirements.

Passenger-to-freighter conversions and joint ventures dominate this month’s News Brief and Contracts.

Why more MRO providers and airlines are paying more attention to staff mental health issues, programs and preventative interventions.

A look at eight startups that could revolutionize MRO and supply chain operations.

AirAsia bets big on digital, plans to grow new MRO business.

New automation tools, AI and workflows are making aircraft maintenance more cost-effective.

How India’s long-term plans to shape a competitive aftermarket may come to fruition.

How the long-term prospects of the A380’s aftermarket will play out post-crisis.

Mandate calling for required test can create unintended consequences that cause thrust reversers to malfunction.

Examples of digital transformation in the aviation aftermarket.