Inside MRO

Southern Utah University (SUU) wants to create an aviation maintenance training program. Employers in the area are supporting the effort and have donated equipment and resources to get the project off the ground. School officials and accreditors plan to include the mechanic coursework as part of a larger degree program so students can earn credit toward an associate’s degree.

These digital marketplaces seek to connect buyers and sellers of MRO parts and services.

The probable cause of the 2014 Air India incident was improper lapping processes that resulted in seal-plate blockage and subsequent oil seepage.

The FAA’s Flight Standards Service is undergoing a cultural change intended to make the organization more agile, efficient and consistent in its work with the aviation community.

The workforce shortage is the central driving factor in MRO capacity and workload management.

Ultra-low-cost carrier Spirit’s high operational tempo creates unique challenges for MRO.

How GE, Pratt & Whitney and Rolls-Royce are ramping up new engine programs with a strained supply chain.

CMC digital thread team at GE using data analytics to track parts’ performance

MROs and OEMs are teaming up with AR technology providers to explore applications in the classroom and on the shop floor.

The changing dynamics of the $13 billion a year line maintenance segment.

Reports from regulators find fan cowl door loss incidents related to human factors, not equipment.

EASA four-year roadmap promises “rulemaking cooldown’ and performance-based approach.

Joint ventures and facility expansions in Europe and the U.S. are making MRO news this month.

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.

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.

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.