Aviation Week MRO

Today we’re celebrating Aviation Maintenance Technician Day, which recognizes the efforts of MRO staff behind the scenes who keep aircraft flying safely, by sharing stories from interesting and accomplished AMTs from all stages of this path, ranging from those just starting their careers to experienced professionals who have taken unique journeys in the industry.

American Airlines’ vice president of safety systems, efficiency and compliance shares perspectives on leadership career paths in aviation.

David Jones, a recent recipient of the FAA’s Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award, speaks about his career experience and industry perspectives.

Students from Tarrant County College’s winning Aerospace Maintenance Competition Team share their industry experiences.

How two former AMTs are helping to boost MRO workforce pipeline through high school education at their unique alma mater.

Japan and South Korea's civil aviation regulators have agreed to mutually recognize each other’s aviation certifications and approvals.

More than 40% of the in-service Boeing 787 fleet will require inspections to identify incorrectly made parts on fittings that connect floor beams to the fuselage.

How one storage specialist is capitalizing on the grounding of some GTF-powered Airbus A320neo aircraft.

Porter Airlines’ new aircraft maintenance base at Ottawa International Airport will be its primary maintenance base.

Christian Ceruti, Tarmac Aerosave’s chief commercial and development officer, on the company’s recent capability and facility additions.

StandardAero says the new facility will increase its footprint at Augusta Regional Airport by more than 60%, with construction expected to complete in 2025.

Editors examine the state of the IAE V2500 engine program and how it is being impacted by durability issues related to its Pratt & Whitney GTF successor engine.

Czech Airlines Technics is building a new paint facility at its base in Prague.

Embraer, Eve Air Mobility and Groupe ADP are collaborating to establish services infrastructure at Paris Le Bourget Airport.

The company will be based at Phnom Penh International Airport and will first serve AirAsia Cambodia Airbus A320s as well as potential other airlines.

AAR identified PMA development as a new business opportunity about a year ago.

Supply-demand imbalance working in favor of lessors, says Air Lease founder Steven Udvar-Hazy.

The FAA plans to mandate inspections of certain structural fittings on some Boeing 787s after learning from Boeing the parts are made from the wrong material.

Lufthansa Technik (LHT) and Swiss International Air Lines (Swiss) have completed application of AeroShark surface film on 12 Boeing 777-300ERs.

The company will carry out base maintenance at Glasgow Prestwick Airport.

Tata Group is investing in Air India’s Bengaluru MRO facilities as Air India airlines merge.

Finnair is replacing flip-down video monitors with 3D printed blanking panels to reduce aircraft weight and update passenger experience.

The new platform, announced earlier this month, aims to build up a portfolio of roughly 1,000 assets over the next decade.

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and IHI Corporation could maintain U.S. Air Force Lockheed Martin F-16s and Boeing F-15s based in Japan.

Embraer is planning for 72-80 commercial aircraft deliveries this year ahead of getting back to pre-pandemic production levels in 2025 and 2026.