Interiors & Connectivity

Today’s aircraft emergency evacuation doors are lighter, more robust and faster to open—but maintenance may be more complex.

The tool enables digital recording and reporting of cabin defects, powered by an artificial intelligence-based detection and classification system.

Aftermarket parts distributors look for ways to address price increases, delays and shortages.

Saudia Technic is adding more localized repair capabilities, including spares manufacturing, helicopter MRO and mobile maintenance services.

Flydubai is preparing to begin retrofitting the interiors of its Boeing 737-800s now that the previous-generation aircraft are set to stay in service longer.

The Bulgarian charter and ACMI airline plans to retrofit all eight of its current A320 aircraft.

Manufacturers of aircraft cargo handling systems target improvements to reduce maintenance and enable more cargo flexibility.

Collins Aerospace has invested more than $20 million in research and development at its facility in Kilkeel, Northern Ireland.

Head-up display developers are enhancing functionality to enable wider visuals, lighter weight and greater pilot comfort.

The news comes as the company works to pay down debt associated with its acquisition of Aerojet Rocketdyne.

Royal Jordanian is growing its Boeing 787-9 fleet while improving the inflight connectivity capabilities on its aging 787-8s.

The first Global Airlines Airbus A380 will undergo cabin refurbishments from January 2024.

De Havilland Canada has selected Universal Avionics as the lead supplier of integrated flight decks for its line of firefighting aircraft.

EasyJet has completed a fuel- and noise-reducing retrofit program which means Airbus’s Descent Profile Optimization technology is now in place across its fleet.

The Spanish flag carrier will roll out airspace L bins on its A320neo fleet from early 2025.

The manufacturers are looking to reduce weight, increase durability and incorporate predictive maintenance capabilities.

The airline is planning cabin retrofits across its legacy widebody fleets and some of its narrowbody aircraft.

Thales is exploring aftermarket options in India and China focused on avionics.

Operators are turning to cabin upgrades as they look to extend older-aircraft lifespans, but supply chain and OEM issues are creating challenges.

Interior specialists are developing new products to upgrade the passenger experience and reduce maintenance headaches.

New MRO joint ventures feature in this month’s news briefs.

The project includes installation of new seats and an in-seat power supply system.

Taby Air Maintenance has developed a modification kit to help Saab 2000 operators comply with performance-based navigation requirements.

The aftermarket for aircraft seating is seeing a post-pandemic boost, but challenges remain.

Jacobo Mesta, CEO of Mexico-based Soisa Aircraft Interiors, discusses the current state of retrofit demands and how the company sources aftermarket partners.