Electric propulsion for commercial aircraft, once viable, could force massive changes on MRO providers.

For electric power to replace current engines on commercial aircraft, major improvements in battery technology will be needed.

Monarch Aircraft Engineering sold its line maintenance business and is closing, while Eagle Services Asia announced induction of its first geared turbofan as part of a big ramp-up.

Best practices may work at headquarters, but MROs that don’t consider unique local environmental factors could be doing a disservice to employees and their businesses.

Avianca taking steps to add MRO capabilities in conjunction with service expansion and alliance with United and Copa.

Monarch Aircraft Engineering faces uncertain future after declaring bankruptcy in January.

Brazing technology plays a crucial role in manufacturing tough aerospace components resistant to corrosion and high temperatures, and in development of new engines for hypersonic flight.

CFM56 spare-parts sales have picked up in the last few years as well