With more than 500 787s in operation globally, an increasing number of the aircraft are operated by Middle Eastern carriers. Here's a look at the Middle East's operators and some aftermarket data for the region.

WZL2 signs up for Commsoft's OASES software to support its fledgling commercial operations.

Most, if not all of the CF6-powered aircraft will likely be converted to freighters with acquisitions set to begin next year.

The acquisition by a consortium of private equity firms is expected to be finalized in the second quarter of 2019, subject to regulatory approvals.

Reliability stood at 98.75% for single-aisle fleet averaging 9.1 years old according to IATA’s latest Maintenance Cost Task Force survey.

The Carlyle Group will purchase StandardAero for a second time; closing the deal by March 31, 2019.

AAR needs to find more mechanics to help it grow and is proactively working with colleges, the latest in Chicago, to foster the skills students need.

Manchester-based Aeroco, which specializes in cabin maintenance and upgrades for UK and EU carriers, does not foresee any downturn yet.