Inside MRO

By Sean Broderick
Notices from Indian and UK regulators warn that operators are facing risks from commercial pressure’s effect on mechanics and others.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Sean Broderick
The FAA’s decision to push radio altimeter upgrades as wireless companies roll out new 5G networks has airlines on edge.
Connectivity

By Paul Seidenman, David Spanovich
Facing no new rival, the future of Embraer’s scope-clause-compliant E175 is expected to remain steady.
Crossover Narrowbody Jets

By Lindsay Bjerregaard
Aftermarket providers are using technologies such as asset-tracking systems and robotics to make technicians’ work easier and more efficient.
Emerging Technologies

By Paul Seidenman, David Spanovich
Manufacturers of aircraft lavatories are adapting designs for improved hygiene, accessibility and sustainability.
Interiors & Connectivity

By Lindsay Bjerregaard
Specialists across the aviation tooling ecosystem are developing new products to help technicians more easily use and track tools.
Marketplace

By Alex Derber
The pandemic and recovery have boosted airline demand for predictive maintenance solutions, which continue to evolve and gain traction.
Emerging Technologies

By Lindsay Bjerregaard, Lee Ann Shay, Sean Broderick, James Pozzi
How MROs are adapting and planning for ever-changing fleet composition as air travel recovers.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Lindsay Bjerregaard
Industry stakeholders are establishing MRO resources to prepare for the impending wave of hydrogen-electric aircraft conversions.
Emerging Technologies

By James Pozzi
Atitech’s acquisition of Alitalia’s maintenance unit has implications for capacity, capabilities and jobs.
Services & Support

By James Pozzi
What the future has in store for the Trent XWB engine aftermarket.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Paul Seidenman, David Spanovich
Lighter weight materials and new anti-corrosion technologies are making landing gears more eco-friendly.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Lee Ann Shay
Why airline delays related to surging post-pandemic travel demand are mostly not being caused by maintenance issues.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Sean Broderick
Europe is pleased with the effectiveness of its foreign air carrier screening process.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Sean Broderick
Bilaterals and regional cooperation should be expanded to make MRO facility approval more efficient.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By James Pozzi
Why airlines are now pursuing lessors for additional lift, as war in Ukraine creates uncertainty.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Lindsay Bjerregaard
Evolving aftermarket software platforms are leveraging emerging technologies to make MRO more efficient and better predict maintenance needs.
Services & Support

By Craig Gottlieb
Why MRO providers must embrace digital engineering to achieve ongoing performance improvement and fine-tune outcomes.
Emerging Technologies

By Lee Ann Shay
The MRO industry is reducing its environmental footprint in many ways, but needs to do even more.
Supply Chain

By Lee Ann Shay
How aviation aftermarket companies are taking steps toward sustainability, despite unresolved issues.
Services & Support

By Alex Derber
Although aircraft transitions are driving demand for cabin refurbishment, supply chain woes are limiting progress.
Interiors & Connectivity

By Paul Seidenman, David Spanovich
Recent aircraft wheel and brake developments aim for more time on wing and less environmental impact.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By James Pozzi
The region’s aftermarket is projected to enjoy a consistent and steady spending increase in 2022-31.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Lindsay Bjerregaard
Aftermarket specialists focused on wheels and brakes are adding new worldwide facilities and capabilities.
Marketplace

By Sean Broderick
A lack of clarity in Boeing, Qantas maintenance documentation led to a 787 crossing the Pacific with tape on four static ports, an ATSB probe found.
Safety, Ops & Regulation