Inside MRO

Soo-Keun Lee, Korean Air’s executive vVP and CTO, outlines intentions to invest in new technologies, explore partnerships and grow third-party MRO work.

The new structure is more logically organized and provides what the authority describes as a “living set of aviation safety standards.”

The career tool translates the newest occupation projection and upgrades careers in aviation maintenance from a “below average outlook” to an “average outlook."

The trend of technical occurrences has stayed relatively flat as compared to environmental and operational trends.

MROs continue to gear up for next-gen aircraft, especially in Asia.

MRO Publisher recaps past, looks to the future of Aviation Week’s MRO products across the board.

Is online aviation maintenance training keeping up with industry needs?

Additive manufacturing is making serious inroads for MRO applications, but challenges may slow its adoption for some uses.

Software with a wide range of functionality is making MRO operations more accurate and efficient.

As OEMs increase presence in the aftermarket, airlines fear less competition and higher costs for MRO.

The airline tries to anticipate operational needs and stay ahead of potential disruptions as fleet expansion continues.

Elevate Aviation introduces young women to the aviation industry through a supportive network of working professionals.

With rapid growth in aircraft numbers in its domestic market, Air India’s MRO unit is moving to expand its third-party MRO work.

Easy airframe, avionics and engine modifications to older aircraft generate quick return on investmentthrough fuel savings and optimized performance.

New aircraft technologies call for upgraded testing capabilities, and these aircraft test equipment providers are bringing adaptable solutions to the table.

Trade association objects to BLS classification of aircraft mechanics as “unskilled” workers and seeks changes in how trades are categorized.

Despite questions about capacity, MROs see future value in both older and current engine types.

Onboard Wi-Fi is not universal but here is a region-by-region assessment of the technology and projects underway in this hot upgrade market.

GE Aviation’s pilot program with Glass and an augmented-reality system showed it could save millions in manufacturing and maintenance.

ATR’s turboprops surge in popularity thanks to lessors, and MRO for the ATR 72 is forecast to reach $1.64 billion by 2021.

MRO providers are going digital and offering customized programs to reduce AOG time or prevent these incidents from happening in the first place.

The technology tipping point has landed in the airline world.

Alaska Air, Air New Zealand make Wi-Fi upgrades while Air Berlin Technik seeks a buyer.

EASA AD requires regular reboot of electronic systems to avoid sudden loss of functionality episodes.

With its new H2000 printer, Stratasys hopes the aviation industry will see 3D printing as a better manufacturing solution.