MRO

ACMI demand is continuing upward momentum in Africa, but gaps in the continent’s infrastructure and MRO capability are adding complexity.

American Airlines plans to retrofit all its dual-class regional jets with refreshed interiors, amidst a continued push to expand premium offerings.

HONEYWELL and ITP AERO opened Europe's first F124 MRO service center at ITP Aero’s Ajalvir facility in Madrid.

SETNA iO acquired ex-Virgin Australia 737-800 (34443) for part out by ECUBE in Coolidge, AZ.

LUFTHANSA TECHNIK has 6-year Cathay contract to provide total component support for 20 747Fs and 52 777s.

SEATTLE AVIATION SOLUTIONS acquired ex-Allegiant Air A319-100 (2790) for part out by STRATTON AVIATION.

AAR Corp has seen an uptick in used serviceable material (USM) feedstock in recent months, but whole-asset prices remain high.

AMMROC, the region’s leading provider of military aviation MRO services, has signed several agreements to enhance human capital and align with global best practices in aviation training and workforce excellence.

Cathay Group has awarded Lufthansa Technik its largest-ever MRO contract with the carrier, covering all its Boeing 747 and 777 aircraft.

The latest news in brief from the MRO industry.

FL Technics UAE shares perspectives on the drivers behind its recent and upcoming expansions in the United Arab Emirates.

Air Austral announced it will retire its fleet of Airbus A220-300s after persistent technical problems with their Pratt & Whitney PW1500G GTF engines.

Abu Dhabi-based Sanad has signed an MRO services agreement with Malaysian low-cost widebody operator AirAsia X.

Elliott Aviation has recentered its focus on what President Michael Parrish believes is key to its success—its people.

The animated series, which will portray women working in a future-focused aircraft hangar, is seeking industry feedback and support.

British eVTOL developer Vertical Aerospace has outlined its aftermarket strategy as it prepares for certification of its four-six-passenger tilt rotor VX4 in 2028.

Airbus is reminding pilots of the procedures and best practices in case of a fuel leak.

Industry must navigate around a purging of advisory committees that play key roles in rulemaking to keep FAA workforce development initiatives on track.

The Xtreme Group is boosting its MRO facilities and staff to support the growth of its recently launched cargo airline, 7Air.

Acron Aviation’s new MRO center in Bengaluru, India, will initially focus on repair and test capabilities for cockpit voice and flight data recorders.

How some component MROs are shifting strategies to mitigate ongoing supply chain challenges.

Discover how RTX’s digital transformation at Pratt & Whitney is revolutionizing customer support for jet engine service.

The Okinawa-based MRO provides updates on its conversion and end-of-lease services.

Aegean Airlines expects to have 12-14 Airbus A320neo-family aircraft out of service over the next 12 months due to GTF engine inspections and maintenance.

If turboprop manufacturer ATR develops its 50-seater model, the U.S. will need to build up maintenance provision for ATR aircraft, which is currently lacking.