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Aviation Week & Space Technology - Inside MRO June 2020

VOL. 182 NO. 24 June 15, 2020
Inside MRO June 2020

Maintenance Check

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MRO Will Recover As Airline Traffic Resumes

Jun 10, 2020
The current airline traffic downturn may provide opportunities for MRO improvements.

Data

engine
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Data Dilemma For Engine Lessors

Jun 12, 2020
Engine leasing data and records aren’t as transparent as you think.

Operations

engine
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Complex Lease Returns Are Getting More Complex

Jun 12, 2020
The moving of assets and access to technical expertise are cited as some of the biggest challenges for lease returns during the COVID-19 crisis.

Aircraft

workers moving equipment in aircraft tent
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COVID-19 Puts Focus On Medical Aircraft Modifications

Jun 12, 2020
How MROs are modifying aircraft interiors to provide patient care and transport during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Engines

V2500
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Factors Beyond Demand Make Engine MRO Market Hard To Peg

Jun 10, 2020
Number of retirements will affect overhaul, parts markets as MRO adjusts to effects of pandemic.

Workforce

workforce
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Study Shows Workforce Shortages Pre-COVID Curtailed MRO Business

Jun 10, 2020
A survey of the MRO industry conducted in March reveals a shift in skills needed and the a high percentage of retirement-age employees.

Engineered

face shields
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COVID-19 Crisis Highlights Value Of Additive For Aerospace, MRO

Jun 10, 2020
As additive manufacturing helps the aerospace supply chain, 3D-printing innovations could benefit traceability and next-gen aircraft.

Aircraft Analysis

777-300ER
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FAA Issues Another AD For GE90s

Jun 10, 2020
After several uncontained failures, the FAA has issued ADs to require inspections of specific GE90 parts.

Viewpoint

Paul Oliver
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How MROs Can Move Ahead In Post-COVID-19 Environment

Jun 10, 2020
To thrive in the post-crisis environment, MROs will have to upgrade their offerings and strengthen partnerships with their customers.

Airline Insight

maintenance plans
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Ryanair’s MRO Before And During COVID-19

Jun 10, 2020
How Ryanair is adjusting its MRO strategy to deal with fleet grounding and post-COVID-19 recovery.

Safety & Regulatory

aircraft
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Boeing Asks FAA For Fleet-wide 737NG Exemption

Jun 10, 2020
The FAA urged Boeing to justify exemption request based on safety considerations.
cleaning
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Airlines Struggling With Proper Cleaning Procedures For COVID-19

Jun 10, 2020
A renewed focus on cleaning aircraft interiors has operators paying close attention to what works as a disinfectant and, critically, what is…

ARSA Update

virtual town hall meeting
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Virtual Gatherings Must Still Deal With Reality

Jun 10, 2020
In today’s environment, when virtual meetings are replacing face-to-face, regulators must focus on content that is relevant and useful.

MRO Links

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Remote-Collaboration Tools Connecting Distant MRO Teams

Jun 10, 2020
Augmented reality, video platforms and drones are making it easier for MRO teams across the globe to connect with remote experts.

News Briefs & Contracts

aircraft arrival
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Inside MRO News Highlights And Briefs, June 2020

Jun 10, 2020
MRO providers move ahead with consolidations despite adverse impacts from COVID-19 pandemic.