Aviation Week MRO

The global approach to MRO of the F-35 needs to be a model for other weapons as the Pentagon looks to co-develop and co-produce critical systems, the DOD says.

Engine removals caused a higher-than-normal cancellation rate for Hawaiian early in the third quarter, CEO Peter Ingram said.

Air Canada is opting for Boeing 787-10s after canceling its 777F order but could still convert some of its 777s that will soon retire from passenger service.

Pratt and Whitney’s PW1000G-family inspection program is stabilizing and will soon include engines that power the Airbus A220 and Embraer E2.

Panelists at MRO Europe highlighted techniques and opportunities to reduce aftermarket turnaround time for repairs.

Test capability adds to existing hospital shop visit services at the facility.

The new program partners with the U.S. Army Reserve and three MRO schools to give students direct pathway to airline jobs.

The commercial aviation aftermarket performed strongly in the third quarter, several new research reports show.

EasyJet has completed a fuel- and noise-reducing retrofit program which means Airbus’s Descent Profile Optimization technology is now in place across its fleet.

The Spanish flag carrier will roll out airspace L bins on its A320neo fleet from early 2025.

Aviation Week MRO experts share their observations and insights gained from the 25th edition of MRO Europe which took place this week in Amsterdam.

Pratt & Whitney is targeting late 2023 for publishing the next phase of its PW1100G inspection program.

Aviation industry sustainability experts considered SAF challenges and strategies at MRO Europe in Amsterdam.

The MRO provider is developing maintenance training and support for advanced air mobility aircraft.

CFM's new blades, which can be installed on all CFM56-5B and -7B versions, include increased wall thickness and an optimized dovetail design to minimize stress.

The push to a cleaner 2050 is triggering fundamental changes in airline operations, signs of which are clearly visible in parts of the aftermarket business.

The documents include a technical arrangement on maintenance with Hong Kong as well as an upgraded air services agreement with Mongolia.

Aftermarket stakeholders cite challenges with inflation in the parts market.

The CAMO specialist will offer 8tree’s 3D dent-mapping technology as a service to customers in the region.

The component facility located east of Budapest will open in spring 2024.

The independent MRO provider made the announcement on Monday (Oct. 16).

Poland-based XEOS plans to begin servicing the narrowbody engine next year.

L3Harris is expanding its presence in the aftermarket by getting into the used equipment business, a space in which it historically has not participated.

BP Aero will represent ITP Aero’s first set of facilities in the U.S.

In some cases, parts are in short supply. In others, raw materials needed for repairs are not available.