JB Roche Develops Simplified Engine Preservation Kit

By Lindsay Bjerregaard Aug 06, 2020
It says its new Flashplug product is cheaper and up to 90% faster than traditional options for sealing engine exhausts on parked aircraft.
MRO

Why Isn’t The FAA Mandating Temperature Checks And COVID-19 Testing?

By Karen Walker Aug 03, 2020
Ask the Editors: The TSA and Homeland Security should be mandating such checks and tests.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

A Hurdle To Advancing Electronic Manuals

Sarah MacLeod Jul 27, 2020
Remove the hinderances to electronic manuals.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

Boeing 737 MAX Training Updates Prompt Memory-Item Discussion

By Sean Broderick Jul 24, 2020
Lack of consensus has led to varied approaches.
Maintenance & Training

Opinion: A Two-Phase Plan For Aviation’s Recovery

Stephen Timm Jul 17, 2020
We must collaborate on health and safety measures, educate travelers about them and provide a consistent passenger experience.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

ICAO Postpones Distress Tracking Mandate

By Bill Carey Jul 09, 2020
Organization acknowledges that ‘industry wasn’t ready,’ extends compliance date to 2023.
MRO

NTSB: Lack Of Training Set Stage For PW4000 Failure

By Sean Broderick Jul 08, 2020
PW4000 engine failure linked to insufficient inspection training by the OEM by NTSB investigation.
MRO

EASA Mandate Targets Trent 1000 Low-Pressure Turbine Disc Issue

By Sean Broderick Jul 06, 2020
EASA plans to mandate inspections of certain Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 low-pressure turbine (LPT) discs following word from the manufacturer that contact between the parts and nearby seals can lead to cracks.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

India’s Traffic Picks Up, Boosting MRO Activity

By Henry Canaday Jun 23, 2020
India’s decision to restart limited domestic passenger airline operations on May 25 is beginning to encourage the aircraft maintenance industry. The…
MRO

Podcast: Airline Procurement Changes: Air France’s Perspective

By Lee Ann Shay Jun 19, 2020
As Air France adjusts its fleet and starts to ramp up flying, what does this mean for its procurement needs?
Podcast

Nayak Sees Recovering European Market, Looks For Acquisitions

By Henry Canaday Jun 18, 2020
Intra-European flights dipped more than 92% from January to mid-May, but had recovered to about 84% of pre-crisis levels by June 8, according to…
MRO

Data Dilemma For Engine Lessors

By Alex Derber Jun 12, 2020
Engine leasing data and records aren’t as transparent as you think.
Aircraft & Propulsion

FAA Recommends Boeing 777 Autothrottle Wiring Repair

By Sean Broderick Jun 11, 2020
The FAA is urging Boeing 777 operators to modify wiring to eliminate the risk of uncommanded throttle advances while aircraft are on the ground.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

Boeing Asks FAA For Fleet-wide 737NG Exemption

By Sean Broderick Jun 10, 2020
The FAA urged Boeing to justify exemption request based on safety considerations.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

Airlines Struggling With Proper Cleaning Procedures For COVID-19

By Sean Broderick Jun 10, 2020
A renewed focus on cleaning aircraft interiors has operators paying close attention to what works as a disinfectant and, critically, what is…
Safety, Ops & Regulation

FAA Issues Another AD For GE90s

Frank Jackman Jun 10, 2020
After several uncontained failures, the FAA has issued ADs to require inspections of specific GE90 parts.
Aircraft & Propulsion

Virtual Gatherings Must Still Deal With Reality

Brett Levanto Jun 10, 2020
In today’s environment, when virtual meetings are replacing face-to-face, regulators must focus on content that is relevant and useful.
MRO

Is There An Alternative Fuel Biocide To Kathon?

By Lee Ann Shay Jun 02, 2020
Ask the Editors: EASA and the FAA have issued recent guidance to reinforce proper use of biocides.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

Fuel and Fuel Tanks In Parked Aircraft Face Additional Inspections

By Lee Ann Shay Jun 02, 2020
Fuel microbes thrive in heat and humidity. At a time when thousands of aircraft are parked, and not spending time at altitude where it’s much colder, the chance of contamination is higher than normal. 
MRO

Joramco Hampered More By Travel Restrictions Than Lack of Demand

By Henry Canaday May 28, 2020
Coronavirus has affected the hot, dry nations of the Middle East more gently than most regions, with fatalities from 6-29 per million, versus a…
MRO

Killing Cabin Germs Through Ions

By Lee Ann Shay May 27, 2020
Figuring out how to make passengers comfortable boarding aircraft again, without having to block off middle seats indefinitely, is a problem the…
MRO

Opinion: Aviation’s Cybersecurity Imperative

Remzi Seker May 22, 2020
Increased connectivity creates new vulnerabilities—from avionics to inflight-entertainment networks and airline back-end operations.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

C Cubed Nearing STCs for A320, A321 Cargo Conversion

By Lee Ann Shay May 22, 2020
C Cubed Aerospace hopes to receive an FAA supplemental type certificate for its Airbus A320 passenger-to-freighter conversion by the end of 2020, and another following not too far behind for its A321 conversion. The timing could be good given changes in the cargo-conversion dynamic.
MRO

Could Pandemic Push FAA To Change Outdated Maintenance Training Requirements?

By Lee Ann Shay May 21, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic could be the push the industry needs to get the FAA to update outdated aviation maintenance training regulations. The pandemic…
MRO

Indian Tax Changes Seek To Increase MRO Sector 150% in Three Years

By Henry Canaday May 21, 2020
India applied some of the most severe virus-retarding restrictions to both aviation and its economy generally.
MRO

 

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