Aviation Week MRO

A material defect affecting PW1100G-JM-series high pressure turbine disks linked to a March 2020 uncontained engine failure may be more widespread than originally believed, prompting the FAA to propose mandating inspections recommended by Pratt & Whitney.

The MRO will become part of Honeywell’s channel partner network.

The FAA plans to require affected Boeing 777 operators to modify fuel systems to ensure they are accurately tracking the amount of fuel going into center wing tanks, correcting a design flaw that has led to over-reporting of fuel amounts—and some diversions as a result.

Embraer estimates that it could transform between 100 and 200 of the jets into cargo aircraft over the next 10 years.

Revenues at the maintenance affiliate of Turkish airlines remain well below pre-COVID levels, but business improved last year.

As commercial flights dip significantly in Russia, can the country find ways to get around Western sanctions?

Recent court hearing has widespread implications for both aircraft and engine lessors.

A proposed FAA mandate sheds light on CFM Leap-1A issues plaguing operators in the Middle East and North African environments, identifying dust buildup as the cause of high-pressure turbine rotor blade deterioration and at least two in-service incidents.

Ukraine conflict could have a significant impact on the aircraft leasing market.

A major revamp to the rules that spell out how U.S. schools teach aspiring aviation mechanics is inching toward completion, with a few key steps remaining before new standards come into force.

Bamboo Airways and LHT Sign MOU Bamboo Airways and Lufthansa Technik have signed a Memorandum of Understanding that will enable the companies to

Adrian Bunn, general manager, services and support – Asia-Pacific at Meggitt, talks about the doubling in size of its Singapore operation and where he sees the recovery of the region's aftermarket headed.

The China-based MRO plans to open the center for the training of engine maintenance mechanics in 2023.

Could the MRO industry use a workforce training approach developed by Toyota to solve its labor challenges?

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has outlined the details of how it is implementing EU sanctions against Russia and decided, among other things, to suspend certificates of airworthiness and put on hold all pending certification applications.

An analysis of the strategies Russia may use to keep its fleet airborne in the face of western sanctions.

Aviation Week MRO editors unpack the latest developments affecting the aftermarket following the sanctions placed on Russia after its invasion of Ukraine in what remains a fast-moving situation.

The Airbus subsidiary has launched a new aircraft floor panel product that can be cut to size on-site.

The order makes EVA Airways the first Asia-based carrier to opt for IAI’s 777-300ERSF conversion, which the Israeli company says offers 25% more freight volume than the production 777F.

The acquisition of Northern Aerotech will bring the number of stations on the continent to 12.

State-owned airline has signed a provisional maintenance contract with Atitech as both parties move forward in acquiring the MRO assets of defunct carrier Alitalia.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is incorporating 8tree’s handheld dentCHECK tool for aircraft damage mapping into its aviation maintenance curriculum.

Etihad Airways has implemented a tool for pilots that is generating 1.4% fuel savings.

The OEM has begun offering a variety of cargo solutions for Dash 8-400 regional airliners in response to growing air cargo and e-commerce demand.

Russian airlines are looking for ways to continue airworthiness of their foreign-made aircraft now that access to European spare parts and MRO services has closed due to the EU sanctions.