A familiar problem’s headline-grabbing saga has changed how many in aviation view parts tracking and validation, and spotlighted initiatives already underway.

Engine OEMs and suppliers face tough choices due to strong demand for new and existing engines material, which can make choosing a favorite an unenviable task.

Until more legacy aircraft retire or passenger demand slows, providers will be busy servicing the most popular engine types.

The latest news in brief from the MRO industry.

Air New Zealand expects no significant improvement over the next 12 months in the engine availability problems that have grounded up to 20% of its jet fleet.

Jongseok Yoo, who serves as executive vice president and chief safety and operating officer at Korean Air, details the airline’s ambitious MRO growth plans.

The 737 MAX saga put an end to a steadily evolving certification progress that Boeing helped supercharge.

Chromalloy is one of the handful of companies that can design, manufacture and test high-pressure turbine blades.