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MRO Fast Five Interviews
Apr 02, 2024
The MRO plots its path to exceeding €10 billion in revenue by 2030.
Mar 28, 2024
Growing commercial fleets in Uzbekistan and neighboring countries in post-Soviet Central Asia are increasing demand for MRO services.
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Aircraft & Propulsion
Apr 09, 2024
Canada-based M1 Composites will repair several proprietary parts for the narrowbody aircraft.
Apr 09, 2024
ZeroAvia and FEAM Aero have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore maintenance, retrofit and technical support opportunities.
Apr 09, 2024
Pem-Air Turbine Engine Services’ new facility will grow its engine portfolio, capacity and staff.
Apr 05, 2024
A rundown of the region's largest airline fleets.
Apr 05, 2024
John Laughter, who became Delta TechOps’ president in October 2023, speaks with Aviation Week about his outlook for the MRO organization.
Interiors & Connectivity
Oct 25, 2023
De Havilland Canada has selected Universal Avionics as the lead supplier of integrated flight decks for its line of firefighting aircraft.
Oct 20, 2023
The Spanish flag carrier will roll out airspace L bins on its A320neo fleet from early 2025.
Oct 11, 2023
The manufacturers are looking to reduce weight, increase durability and incorporate predictive maintenance capabilities.
Sep 28, 2023
The airline is planning cabin retrofits across its legacy widebody fleets and some of its narrowbody aircraft.
Sep 26, 2023
Thales is exploring aftermarket options in India and China focused on avionics.
Emerging Technologies
Mar 21, 2024
The airline has revamped its new-hire training program and developed technology tools to improve learning.
Mar 08, 2024
Advanced air mobility OEMs are making maintenance preparations ahead of looming service entry dates.
Mar 06, 2024
Digital tooling services are gaining traction with MROs, airlines and OEMs as they seek greater optimization and visibility.
Mar 05, 2024
The tool enables digital recording and reporting of cabin defects, powered by an artificial intelligence-based detection and classification system.
Mar 05, 2024
Component MRO providers are expanding battery capabilities and growing their global footprint, including AAR Corp., Antavia and Concorde Battery Corp.
Supply Chain
Apr 05, 2024
John Laughter, who became Delta TechOps’ president in October 2023, speaks with Aviation Week about his outlook for the MRO organization.
Apr 05, 2024
In choosing local or distant maintenance, airlines must consider additional downtime and transport costs, among other factors.
Apr 05, 2024
AAR’s purchase of Triumph addresses two of the top problems of the MRO industry.
Apr 04, 2024
The North American aftermarket is seeing capability and facility expansions, acquisitions and workforce growth.
Apr 04, 2024
COO Dag Johnsen tells Aviation Week about Aero Norway’s parts strategies and CFM Leap plans.
Safety, Operations & Regulation
Mar 04, 2024
ARSA urges industry support to amend an FAA rule about documentation requirements.
Feb 09, 2024
FAA proposals mandating Boeing 737NG nacelle changes have some operators concerned about the agency’s plan to mitigate the risk of maintenance errors.
Feb 09, 2024
The center of gravity for an aircraft determines load manifests, but what if the CG is a bit off?
Feb 07, 2024
Although demand for engine core performance restorations is high, supply chain issues are impeding turnaround times.
Jan 30, 2024
ARSA asserts that FAA enforcement of language about certificated mechanics holds back those with repairman certificates.
Workforce & Training
Apr 04, 2024
The state of affairs for aftermarket growth and navigating current market challenges in the region.
Apr 03, 2024
Moving the needle on the sector’s gender imbalance will require leadership to prioritize inclusivity and respect in the hangar.
Apr 03, 2024
Justin O’Donnell, Riyadh Air technical director, speaks to Aviation Week about the startup airline’s MRO plans.
Apr 02, 2024
Aspire MRO has partnered with Launch Technical Workforce Solutions to ramp up hiring ahead of freighter conversion growth.
Apr 02, 2024
The MRO plots its path to exceeding €10 billion in revenue by 2030.