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May 18, 2018
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.
May 18, 2018
NTSB investigation of Southwest engine failure prompts new inspections.
May 17, 2018
These digital marketplaces seek to connect buyers and sellers of MRO parts and services.
May 17, 2018
The probable cause of the 2014 Air India incident was improper lapping processes that resulted in seal-plate blockage and subsequent oil seepage.
May 17, 2018
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.
May 17, 2018
The workforce shortage is the central driving factor in MRO capacity and workload management.
May 17, 2018
Ultra-low-cost carrier Spirit’s high operational tempo creates unique challenges for MRO.
May 17, 2018
How GE, Pratt & Whitney and Rolls-Royce are ramping up new engine programs with a strained supply chain.