he next “big thing” in Internet of Things applications in MRO is likely to be “smart parts” that interact with maintenance technicians.

Southeast Asia and Canada dominate new support and joint venture deals for MRO of Boeing and Airbus models.

Taiwan’s aviation safety agency finds improper maintenance caused 2016 cabin pressure incident.

After pressure from industry, FAA clarifies its stance on MRO workers subject to drug testing, and other matters.

EASA survey addresses future rulemaking needs, including a parts-tagging system harmonized with the FAA.

There are now 181 air carriers on the European Union Air Safety List—meaning they are subject to an operating ban or restrictions in European skies—since the list was recently updated to remove operators based in Benin and Mozambique and to add Med-View of Nigeria, Mustique Airways of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Aviation Co. Urga of Ukraine and Air Zimbabwe.

The newest lavatories have touch sensors and optimized space for a better passenger experience.

Boeing plans to use UV light to automatically clean lavatory surfaces, reducing MRO workload.