Aircraft & Propulsion

The agreement would clarify the manufacturer’s positions on using third-party alternatives such as parts repairs on its engines, and what, if any, ramifications such cost-saving moves have on warranties and other services.

Engine MROs and technology startups believe investment into innovation will be key in meeting growing demand with fewer resources post-pandemic.

Despite COVID-19 challenges GT Engine Services is looking at building new engine capabilities.

EasyJet is trialing AI-powered software from Dutch startup Aiir Innovations to optimize its engine borescope inspections.

Mixed fortunes for lessors in aircraft and engine segments.

The OEM's commercial engine business continues to see sluggish out after challenging 2020.

StandardAero has signed several new contracts for turboprop engine services, with more coming down the pipeline in 2021.

Michael Grootenboer, Vice President Engine Product at AFI KLM E&M, talks about how the global MRO sees market prospects and how it is preparing for the post-pandemic future.

Alternative sources, including PMA and surplus material, will help shape the market.

Aviation companies will need to challenge old ways of thinking to realize the promise of data monetization.

Airlines and the aviation aftermarket should be thinking about the “new” state instead of just “returning to normal.”

A look at the pandemic’s impact on APU maintenance and how the technology is adapting to sustainability demands.

Why air travel recovery is good news for Embraer’s small-capacity E-Jets.

Company has 10.6 megawatts of solar capacity in place.

The joint venture is owned equally by both parties and its incorporation is expected in the next few months.

New partnerships, passenger-to-freighter conversions and post-COVID modifications are highlights this month.

Republic Airways flies for American, Delta and United Airlines. See how its operation is ramping up and what innovations it is exploring.

Boeing’s Commercial Airplanes unit delivered 17 aircraft in April as an increase in 787 hand-overs was more than offset by problems in the 737 program that limited deliveries to just four and continue to keep aircraft idle.

Korea Aviation Engineering & Maintenance Service (KAEMS) has signed an MoU with Airbus Defense and Space as it positions itself to support the Republic of Korea Air Force’s Airbus CN-235 transport aircraft maintenance and future upgrade requirements.

Air France-KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) has suffered another difficult quarter as its total sales fell by almost half to €622 million (

The FAA plans to order inspections for cracking near the wheelwell on “certain” Boeing 787-8s and -9s linked to improper shimming during production.

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) is most famous for its leasing arm, DAE Capital, but its majority ownership of Jordan-based MRO provider Joramco has

UK-based Aeroco is looking at new service offerings and capabilities following the past year, which saw it navigate the novel coronavirus pandemic

Singapore Airlines Engineering Company (SIAEC) is looking at a potential partial acquisition of SR Technics Malaysia to bolster its narrowbody MRO capabilities as it enters a recovery phase “fraught with risks.”

Boeing adds Coopesa to freighter conversion line up.