Inside MRO

Aircraft painting facilities seen as growth opportunity by private equity investors

What’s in word? Plenty if the word is “serious.” The FAA and various repair & overhaul associations square off about reinstating it as part of the regs

IATA, airlines seek to simplify the lease-return documentation process

EASA’s home turf is rife with aerospace manufacturers and service providers so certifications are always in high demand, although there was a bit of downtick last year

No Fault Found components can be hard to troubleshoot, but new procedures are helping

GE Aviation, EGAT partnership targets expanding market for GEnx MRO

Airbus uses detailed procedures to reduce incidence of no fault found components

Debate continues on merits of bolt-on versus bonded composite repairs

Despite MAS’s problems, its MRO subsidiary MAE remains an attractive business

Asian MRO providers taking steps to address ongoing shortage of trained personnel

American Airlines says communication is the key to better vendor relationships.

Repairing what is arguably the most complex single part of an engine calls for staying on top of technology in your workshop.

Timco Aerosystems works with airlines to maximize space, efficiency and passenger comfort

Here is a guide to aircraft interior products such as inflight entertainment, aircraft chairs, chair components, galleys, galley inserts, lighting, flooring, lavatories and interior maintenance services.

MRO companies note contracts and recent achievements.

Industry reacts to FAA’s proposals for streamlining certification process

Tailoring MRO for aircraft In their ‘second acts’

MRO executives in Europe note the challenges and opportunities next-gen aircraft introductions bring

Industry reacts to FAA’s proposals for streamlining certification process

Aircraft production inspection services are being offered in Europe

Relaunched apprentice program helps BA Engineering cope with MRO challenges

Emphasis on Q400 sales has not slackened, even as Bombardier concentrates on CSeries

A “perfect storm” of forthcoming new airplanes, rapid advancements in cabin-related technologies, and increased passenger expectations for comfort and customization is driving a wave of investments in commercial aircraft cabins.

The Future Of Additive Manufacturing Is Particularly Bright For MROs

Aviation Week asked these European MRO luminaries to share their insights on challenges and opportunities facing the aviation