Inside MRO

Linetech Holding and Adria Tehnika appear to be an ideal merger, based on complementary capabilities, similar company cultures and location in high-growth areas.

Caffeine, naps show that keeping workers alert does not have to be complicated.

The work, scheduled to be completed by September, can be done on-wing, but will entail up to 16 hr. of grinding per powerplant.

Two amendments filed with the FAA reauthorization could have altered the international maintenance landscape.

Increasing integration of cockpit and avionics systems has benefits for MRO providers, but also pitfalls.

With more-reliable parts and higher aircraft utilization, MRO providers seek new ways to grow aftermarket demand.

Spare parts revenue forecasts are proving too conservative for CFM engines.

Logistics expediters offer tips for cutting cost and time—including weighing distinctions in taxes and other matters between different countries.

The suite will comprise a new destination website, MRO-Network.com, with a daily e-letter, MRO Network Daily, and a monthly magazine, Inside MRO.

The FAA fuel tank system safety mandate is creating headaches for airlines and opportunities for suppliers.

Strong aftermarket support involvement continues to bolster Franco-Italian original equipment manufacturer, especially in the burgeoning Asia-Pacific region.

Repair stations lobbied for extra time to meet new FAA/EASA maintenance regulatory guidance and got it; parts already in the supply chain will not be subject to the new requirements.

How are MROs adjusting to introduction of new regional aircraft with longer maintenance intervals while some carriers extend the life of older aircraft?

New-technology aircraft will bring new concerns—and perhaps some opportunities.

Solid structural health monitoring for composites is the next goal of the MRO industry, and advances are being made on many fronts.

U.S. airlines outline key MRO projects, fleet additions and retirements, at MRO Americas 2016.

Two consultants at MRO Americas noted the ways in which new technology differentiators will decide competitive advantages.

An Aeronautical Repair Station Association survey indicates duplicative or unnecessary audits; an FAA effort aims to cut down on unneeded reviews.

Aerospace companies are being hit more often by hackers than those in other industries, survey reveals.

Technical operations groups at American and United are making positive major changes behind the scenes. They might not grab as many headlines, but they should.

Today’s newly minted mechanics graduate ready to fix yesterday’s aircraft. Is FAA’s proposed fix a good one?

Component has been an issue for years, but Airbus is working on a permanent fix.

Integrating fleets and MRO processes proves challenging for American Airlines Tech Ops after merger with US Airways, but progess is being made.

Russian MROs such as Engineering Holding are looking for Western partners, in part to add higher-end technical capabilities.

Used parts can be lucrative—but so is leasing aircraft.