The Big 2020 MRO Quiz Of The Year

December 14, 2020

How much do you remember about 2020? 

The coronavirus pandemic bought unprecedented change to the entire aviation industry. From mass aircraft groundings to drastically reduced air traffic and aftermarket work, it is fair to say 2020 was one of the most challenging years in aviation history.

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In January, Wesco merged with Pattonair. Which part of the aftermarket segment do these two companies specialize in?

  • Modifications
  • Engines
  • Supply chain 

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Answer: Supply chain

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MROs Eyeing Expansion Beyond The Region

Credit: Sanad Aerotech

While there's been no shortage of western companies setting up in the Middle East over the past few decades, expansion in the other direction hasn't grown at anywhere near the same rate. However, some of the region's maintenance providers are now establishing operations outside of the Middle East. These include Abu Dhabi-based engine specialist Sanad Aerotech, which last year announced plans to establish a center of excellence for auxiliary power unit (APU) MRO with Ethiopian Airlines. The 15-year partnership will initially focus on Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 APUs. Phase one will start with APU MRO and could potentially move into a joint venture that could include expanding capabilities such as components or engine MRO potentially.

Israel Aerospace Industries also plans to grow its overseas presence through the formation of a new joint venture with Lithuania's Aviatic MRO. Announced in March 2021, the cooperation will see a maintenance facility established in Siauliai, Lithuania. Scheduled for a 2022 opening, it will primarily offer aircraft maintenance and overhaul services, the conversion of Boeing 737NG passenger aircraft into cargo configuration, and the training, certification and licensing of personnel.

Answer: Ethiopia

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In February, American Airlines announced plans to open a new widebody maintenance hangar in Tulsa, Oklahoma. What is the reported investment figure?

  • $350 million
  • $450 million
  • $550 million

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Answer: $550 million

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As the COVID-19 outbreak took hold of the industry, Roswell Air Center said in March that it expected to store how many aircraft over a 90-day period?

  • 700
  • 800
  • 900

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Answer: 800

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Due to the crisis, Airbus’ MRO joint venture with which Asia-Pacific based airline was cancelled in April?

  • Malaysia Airlines
  • Vietnam Airlines
  • Thai Airways

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Answer: Thai Airways

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In May, IMITec GmbH partnered with which European airline on a remote-controlled aircraft inspection device?

  • Lufthansa
  • Iberia
  • SWISS International Airlines 

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Answer: SWISS International Airlines 

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Hackers targeted which MRO provider with a ransomware attack in early June?

  • VT San Antonio Aerospace
  • StandardAero
  • GDC Technics

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Answer: VT San Antonio Aerospace

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Which airline began a collaboration in June with Bridgestone Corporation to use tire wear technologies to improve the accuracy of tire maintenance plans and management?

  • British Airways
  • JAL
  • Delta Air Lines

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Answer: JAL

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Which MRO opened a new painting and drying shop for aircraft components in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany in July?

  • RUAG MRO International
  • Lufthansa Technik
  • SR Technics

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Answer: RUAG MRO International

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Citing economic incentives as the catalyst, PAS MRO began its move from California to which U.S. state this August?

  • Washington
  • Florida
  • Oklahoma

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Answer: Oklahoma

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Which Brazilian airline opened a large new MRO complex in Sao Paulo in August?

  • GOL
  • LATAM Airlines
  • Azul

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Answer: Azul

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Which aircraft OEM developed solutions related to distance learning, medevac conversions and grounded aircraft maintenance in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in August?

Credit: BBC
  • Airbus
  • Boeing
  • Embraer

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Answer: Airbus

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In September, Dublin Aerospace purchased the MRO hangar formerly operated by Flybe. At which UK airport was this based at?

  • Exeter
  • Southend
  • Teeside

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Answer: Exeter

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Which European MRO ventured into CFM56 quick turn engine services by opening a new facility in October?

  • Magnetic MRO
  • Aeroplex
  • FL Technics

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Answer: FL Technics

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Turkish Technic opened its new MRO complex in Istanbul in October. But what is the square meter volume of the site?

  • 545,000 sq.ft
  • 645,000 sq.ft
  • 745,000 sq.ft

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Answer: 645,000 sq.ft

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Rolls-Royce launched a new product in October, SelectCare Repair, which will cover check and repair shop visits on which engine type?

  • RB211
  • Trent 700
  • Trent 900

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Answer: Trent 700

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Which MRO became a member of the Pratt & Whitney GTF aftermarket network in November?

  • OGMA
  • Atitech
  • CSAT

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Answer: OGMA

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Which country in Asia-Pacific established its “Tell Sarah” program, under which anyone, aviation professional or members of the general public, can report potential aviation safety problems?

  • Thailand
  • Singapore
  • Vietnam

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Answer: Singapore

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The coronavirus pandemic bought unprecedented change to the entire aviation industry. From mass aircraft groundings to drastically reduced air traffic and aftermarket work, it is fair to say 2020 was one of the most challenging years in aviation history.

Take our quiz to see how much you remember about the global MRO market activity.