Inside MRO

The investigation into the disappearance of Malaysian Airlines flight MH370 has finished examining several aircraft parts washed up on east African beaches and nearby islands.

Regulators, Rolls-Royce are unclear on the exact cause of an internal rubbing problem, so the EASA is mandating checks on the issue.

Rolls-Royce updated production instructions to correct an issue with Trent XWBs at the source.

Avionics upgrade plan prepares 737 NG fleet for ADS-B and adds capabilities for flight data management.

As manufacturers make design improvements to wheels and brakes to improve durability and ease of maintenance, MRO shops and airlines will benefit.

Russian airline traffic may have taken a hit due to economics and sanctions, but it is another story for local MROs.

Knowing the lease-return process cold can help cut costs.

Dwindling number of parked aircraft underscores Airbus narrowbody model’s appeal.

For most of the world, the machinery of global aviation is a mystery, but organizations like the International Civil Aviation Organization keep it all working.

U.S. low-cost carrier Southwest Airlines could explore more joint venture and partnership opportunities with aftermarket providers during the next decade as its expansion continues with the introduction of more aircraft and engines.

How two companies are harnessing information flowing from aircraft and engines for predictive maintenance.

Foreign countries still have advantages because of U.S. trade restrictions, the Aeronautical Repair Station Association notes.

With the next-generation air traffic management era commencing in North America and Europe in 2020, the airline avionics retrofit market will grow as more legacy aircraft see extended service.

With new engines generating about 1 TB of data per flight, the opportunity for predictive maintenance soars, if the right insight is available.

Guangzhou Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Co. (Gameco) has become Satair Group’s first Chinese customer for its Airbus Managed Inventory (AMI) service, an automated inventory management solution.

Over the next decade, the North American MRO demand is expected to reach more than $209 billion. Engine maintenance will have the majority at 34%, followed by components at 28%.

Spare engines ensure unbroken airline operations in the event of scheduled and unplanned engine removals.

The 747 might only now be reaching the halfway point in its remarkable, world-altering flying career.

Earnings at Airbus have taken an expected hit as the company transitions from development of new aircraft programs to full-scale production.

Every few years, a new technology with the potential to transform parts of the aviation maintenance industry comes along to fan the flames of excitement. In recent years, the spotlight has fallen on tech such as wearable devices, drones for inspections, and increasingly so in the past year, virtual reality (VR) applications.

In the year 2026, the North American in-service engine fleet is expected to reach more than 21,500. The LEAP engine will lead the fleet, making up 29% of the overall fleet size.

OEM incursion in the aftermarket is becoming a more pressing concern for the many MROs. However, while some see this as a challenge, others view it as a opportunity for building stronger relationships and aiding growth opportunities.

Aircraft manufacturer Bombardier is to cut a further 10% of its workforce as it seeks to restructure following slow sales of its flagship CSeries program.

After opening its new MRO shop in Medellin last week, Avianca is well-positioned to provide a hub for airlines looking to carry out third party work in Latin America. Chris Kjelgaard looks at the workshop's capabilities.

Chris Dare, managing director and chief information officer of Monarch Aircraft Engineering (MAEL), spoke to James Pozzi at MRO Europe about the future plans of the UK-based MRO.