As commercial airlines recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, they are now facing a shortage of new aircraft amid surging travel demand, compounded by supply chain and quality challenges. This has resulted in a backlog of over 16,000 orders for narrow-
The aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sector has been slow to adopt technological innovations, but advancements like artificial intelligence (AI) are now accelerating the shift towards digital transformation. Joe Sambiase from the General Aviation Manufacturers Association highlights AI’s potential
Advances in technology within the MRO industry Advancements in technology like artificial intelligence (AI), digital twins, health monitoring, and augmented reality are revolutionizing aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) processes. These innovations enable a shift from paper-based systems to digital
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported a 2.2% decrease in cargo volumes for North American air carriers in September 2023, continuing a trend noticed since the beginning of the year. The air cargo industry experienced significant growth during the
The North American engine Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) market is anticipated to exceed $108 billion by 2033, with over 34,500 engine service events projected during that period. The Aviation Week Network’s 2024 Commercial Aviation Fleet & MRO Forecast indicates
The role of directors of maintenance (DOM) has evolved beyond ensuring the top condition of aircraft, encompassing responsibilities such as recruiting, training, budget management, and staying abreast of new technologies. Four critical areas identified by attendees at a CALS event
The MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) sector is experiencing increased merger and acquisition (M&A) activity driven by a surge in commercial passenger numbers, deferred maintenance, and slower-than-expected aircraft manufacturing. This trend is expected to persist for several years, extending beyond
This article was originally published on skiesmag.com The year 2021 saw Saskatchewan-based Transwest Air and West Wind Aviation consolidating their operations under a single new brand, Rise Air, providing both specialized charters and the largest scheduled service network in the
This article was initially published on aviationweek.com By Sean Broderick AMSTERDAM—Nagging gaps in commercial aviation’s largest supply chain links are frustrating airlines and aftermarket service providers that have few good options for minimizing the resulting disruptions. “Three years have passed,
This article was initally published on flightglobal.com By Alfred Chua Aviation consultancy Alton has identified ongoing supply chain snags and engine reliability issues as areas of opportunities for the global MRO sector, as it forecasts MRO spend to continue to grow