Boeing-recommended 777 structural inspections backed by inaccurate maintenance instructions may force affected operators to act quickly to undo any damage.

The low-cost carrier is boosting in-house maintenance capabilities in anticipation of supporting its growing fleet.

Aviation Week experts assess the recent uncovering of forged airworthiness documentation for parts sourced from a UK-based broker.

The powdered metal issues plaguing Pratt & Whitney’s geared turbofan engines have not affected the company’s largest military engine programs.

Pratt said as many as 1,200 engines would need to be pulled in the next year, including up to 200 by Oct. 1.

The engine MRO provider adds further on-site capability at its Chinese operation.

New MRO joint ventures feature in this month’s news briefs.

The global aftermarket could benefit from better understanding of designated engineering representative repairs and their role in FAA compliance.