The number of in-service commercial jet and turbo-prop aircraft keeps climbing steadily, with only about 20% of the global fleet in parked or parked/reserve status, according to Aviation Week Fleet Discovery data.
Engine manufacturers are taking a proactive approach with suppliers, ranging from keeping an eye on strategies to providing financial help, as they prepare for production ramp-ups to support higher monthly build rates planned by Airbus and Boeing, industry executives report.
The MRO has signed multiple contract extensions to continue providing support for Pratt & Whitney Canada APS 2300 auxiliary power units, which equip Embraer’s family of E-Jet E1 regional aircraft.