Inside MRO

Source: Manufacturers Notes: TBD = To be determined NA = Information not available; OEM does not release this information (a) Two-class configuration (b) Single-class configuration (c) Or 2 months, whichever comes first (d) Or 2,400 cycles or 24 months (e) Not at MTOW (f) Estimated target date
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By Sean Broderick
As one of the few MRO providers with extensive 787 experience, ATS is ready for the future, but is not sitting still.
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By Henry Canaday
CSEM’s Evita project developing technology to improve inspections for carbon-fiber airframe and engine structures.

By Sean Broderick
The in-flight connectivity craze pushes certification limits, and FAA pushes back.
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Upgraded or new tools and materials are dedicated to MRO composite work.
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By Sean Broderick
New EASA protocol harmonizes foreign-carrier safety approvals
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Dr. James Allen
A call for the MRO sector to create its own Fitness for Duty exam for its workforce, especially in light of an aging workforce.
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By Paul Seidenman
As new-generation aircraft enter airline fleets, MRO providers will face challenges, including working with new materials and competition from OEMs.
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When MRO operations merge, finding supply chain synergies is harder than it looks, though there are best practices that can help simplify the process.

Experts at PwC have developed seven key steps to ensure successful integration of MRO supply chains after a merger.
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Taking another step to becoming autonomous, Air Astana establishes an engineering training site in home territory.
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By Sean Broderick
The Bombardier CRJ’s numbers are dwindling, but the model still has a solid place in airline service.
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By Lee Ann Shay
Recent incidents involving falsified records for key components underscores—again—the need to be ever vigilant.
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By Henry Canaday
. . . and what data issues should airlines be aware of?
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By Sean Broderick
Hours, cycles under-stated on at least eight sets of blades offered by brokers
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With major fleet expansion in the works, Ryanair is adding maintenance bases in Europe
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Rebranding of TUI Airlines after merger will also consolidate maintenance operations
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One of the most important decisions a company must make when expanding and developing a facility is location.
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By Paul Seidenman
Installation of high-memory RFID tags in all aircraft parts could make maintenance simpler and more efficient, but some obstacles remain to be addressed.
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By Sean Broderick
The global initiative to track aircraft constantly and recover post-crash data quickly generates as many questions as answers.

By Sean Broderick
Regulators in key aircraft-manufacturing countries work to harmonize certification guidance for product changes.
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By Henry Canaday
Lower fuel prices and growing airline traffic mean fewer aircraft retirements and tear-downs, but prices for used parts are generally likely to remain stable
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By Paul Seidenman
Carefully targeted marketing and strategic planning can ensure that MROs make the most of seasonal down time.
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By Paul Seidenman
Canadian-based MRO taps into South American market to pick up the slack during its slow season.
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By Sean Broderick
The FAA’s effort to introduce more clarity into the complicated certification process is ahead of schedule.
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