Recent winter storms in the U.S. have driven a rising focus on energy-efficient heating technology for aircraft hangars.

AFI KLM E&M's Roy de Vries discusses how the company is accelerating its Leap MRO capabilities, scaling industrial capacity and advancing repair technologies.

Imad Eddine, director of Dubai-based Royal Aircraft Maintenance Company, discusses how harsh Middle Eastern operating conditions affect engine maintenance.

Predictions that supply chain issues and new-engine reliability problems would sustain demand for midlife and older aircraft may be derailed by the Iran war.

David Kerr, the new chair of IATP’s S Pool, will work to increase Boeing 787 parts availability and solve airline technical parts challenges.

The engine division of Estonia-based Magnetic Group plans to drive up heavier CFM56 workscopes this year while further developing Leap quick-turn services.

The International Airlines Technical Pool and International Air Transport Association are collaborating to address MRO and parts headaches.

Airbourne Colours reports that an aircraft repainting surge is strengthening MRO and workforce demand at UK regional airports.