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Aviation Week & Space Technology - Inside MRO (October 2020)

VOL. 182 NO. 41 October 12, 2020
Inside MRO October 2020

Maintenance Check

aircraft in maintenance
article

Airline Aftermarket Using Short-Term Tactics

Oct 08, 2020
Why it is essential to pay attention to the changing market statistics these days.

Technology

Lufthansa, virtual engine inspection
article

MRO Goes Virtual

Oct 09, 2020
Remote inspections, virtual training and digital tools are gaining traction as a way to address maintenance challenges during COVID-19.
Electronic technical logs
article

Electronic Tech Logs Software Adoption Slow, Despite Benefits

Oct 09, 2020
Challenges in rolling out ETL software have slowed its adoption, but providers say the benefits outweigh any implementation difficulties.

Operations

Korean Airlines
article

Protecting Aircraft From Wind And Volcanic Ash

Oct 08, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to thousands of aircraft being parked. But what happens to them when a typhoon hits or a volcano erupts?

Supply Chain

Triumph’s aircraft repair
article

Why Potential TransDigm-Triumph Deal Heralds Aftermarket Changes

Oct 09, 2020
A tale of two balance sheets: A potential TransDigm acquisition of Triumph shows how COVID-19 crisis could alter mid-tier aftermarket parts provider landscape.

Engineered

Pure Skies Zones cabin design
article

Engineering Innovations Focus On COVID-19 Cabin Redesign

Oct 09, 2020
Aircraft cabins could look different after the COVID-19 pandemic because of various engineering innovations underway.
article

Moving Toward Next-Gen Composites

Oct 09, 2020
The current decade is likely to see some major innovations in composites technology, particularly with respect to recyclability and manufacturing…

Engine Analysis

V2500 engine
article

Impact Of COVID-19 On V2500 Aftermarket

Oct 08, 2020
The COVID-19-related air travel downturn is likely to lead to a short-term decline in shop visits for the V2500, but demand will recover.

Regional Focus

Airline Insight

Malaysia Airlines aircraft
article

Malaysia Airlines Using Pandemic Lull To Adopt New Technology

Oct 09, 2020
How Malaysia Airlines is adapting its MRO during the pandemic and stepping up its digitalization efforts.

Safety & Regulatory

Investigation Greenland GP7200 hub
article

A380 Engine Failure Could Prompt New Inspections

Oct 08, 2020
A little-understood manufacturing property could be setting the stage for premature engine-part cracking.
cabin seat safety
article

FAA To Study Evacuation Data, Protocols

Oct 08, 2020
Accidents are more survivable now because of other advances, the U.S. safety regulator says.

ARSA Update

Safran technician
article

Opinion: Focus On Outcomes To Evaluate Emerging Tech

Oct 02, 2020
Why the aerospace industry needs to do a better job of evaluating and using emerging technologies.

Marketplace

jet at ALL4JETS hangar
article

Design Organizations Strive For Modernized Aircraft Offerings

Oct 01, 2020
Specialized design, engineering and modifications providers are growing their offerings for aircraft cabins and structures.

Viewpoint

cabin
article

IAMA Calls For Changing Future Of Aircraft Modification

Oct 08, 2020
The Independent Aircraft Modifier Alliance says a customer-centric approach will be crucial to meet future aircraft owner and operator needs.

News Briefs & Contracts

Boeing 737 MAX
article

Inside MRO News Highlights And Contracts, October 2020

Oct 08, 2020
Update on the status of 737 MAX return to service and related issues.