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MRO Americas 2024 Top Stories
May 25, 2023
Recent lease placements for Embraer E2 aircraft are contributing to the OEM’s aftermarket services growth.
May 25, 2023
Estonia based MRO provider has opened a new line maintenance facility in Tallinn.
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Aircraft & Propulsion
Dec 01, 2023
FTAI Aviation has acquired full ownership of QuickTurn Engine Center.
Nov 30, 2023
Textron plans to cut a total of 725 positions at its Bell, Industrial and Textron Systems divisions in a restructuring plan aimed at reducing operating expenses.
Nov 29, 2023
Tune in as editors discuss this year's Dubai Airshow and announcements relating to MRO capacity, capability, technology and workforce.
Nov 20, 2023
Engine MRO provider Sanad is expanding global footprint, maintenance capabilities and workforce recruitment efforts.
Nov 20, 2023
A roundup of some of the key aftermarket-related news from the Dubai Airshow 2023.
Interiors & Connectivity
Sep 10, 2020
Inflight connectivity has revolutionized the passenger experience, but it continues to have issues with undependable internet connections and content…
Aug 26, 2020
Aereos is producing a range of high-touch parts in cabin interiors and lavatories with antimicrobial additives incorporated into the source materials.
Aug 20, 2020
Collins Aerospace and business jet MRO Western Jet Aviation expect a first FAA approval in September to install the new LuxStream in-flight broadband service on the Gulfstream G450, with approvals following on other Gulfstream models, Collins announced on Aug. 20.
Aug 14, 2020
The pandemic has been a catalyst for change, from accelerated digitalization to new training technologies.
Aug 14, 2020
New program, system upgrades target recurring, mysterious in-service incidents.
Emerging Technologies
Dec 01, 2022
Complex automated systems are gaining traction in MRO, but they will still need human oversight.
Nov 30, 2022
SR Technics plans to implement a cloud-based enterprise resource planning platform to simplify its maintenance operations.
Nov 30, 2022
StaffNow’s digital platform for temporary mechanic staffing is expanding to the U.S.—and possibly even further.
Nov 30, 2022
New aircraft windscreens are incorporating materials and designs aimed at improving both performance and sustainability.
Nov 29, 2022
Composite specialists are leveraging digital technologies and equipment upgrades to make repairs more efficient.
Supply Chain
Aug 10, 2023
The aftermarket for aircraft seating is seeing a post-pandemic boost, but challenges remain.
Aug 10, 2023
New-generation airframes and advanced air mobility aircraft are creating challenges for actuator engineering.
Aug 03, 2023
Rapid Chinese air traffic recovery has posed parts challenges for regulators, airlines and suppliers.
Jul 25, 2023
Piper Aircraft's Ron Gunnarson announced the formation of PIMCO at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh.
Jul 18, 2023
The aftermarket has seen some big mergers recently, such as Heico’s purchase of Wencor. Editors discuss why mergers are picking up and the outlook for more.
Safety, Operations & Regulation
Oct 14, 2022
A listing of airworthiness directives and bulletins from around the world.
Oct 10, 2022
Aircraft part-out specialist opened new facility at Arizona and welcomed the first aircraft for teardown.
Oct 07, 2022
A listing of airworthiness directives and bulletins from around the world.
Oct 05, 2022
Quarantines have hindered certain approval functions.
Oct 05, 2022
Next-gen cockpit voice recorders are extending recording times and becoming more flight data recorder-integrated.
Workforce & Training
Apr 07, 2023
The MRO industry is clamoring for military veteran talent, but obstacles for transitioning service members are hindering progress.
Apr 07, 2023
Steps the airline is taking to transform MRO business.
Apr 06, 2023
Maintaining NOAA’s ‘Hurricane Hunter’ aircraft requires advance planning, frequent inspections and some very unique travel.
Apr 06, 2023
Aviation Technical Services executives say the move was difficult, but they already are reaping the benefits.
Apr 05, 2023
African airlines are looking for cooperation opportunities in spare parts pooling, technical training and maintenance services.