Supply Chain

Though the commercial aviation aftermarket grew briskly in the first quarter (Q1), supply chain problems are weighing on the engine segment.

The consortium of six aviation companies aims to accelerate the use of recyclable materials, especially carbon fiber and aluminum, from decommissioned aircraft.

MRO demand outstripping supply has led to the company ramping up its repair capabilities in the U.S.

Airinmar details trends that are impacting aftermarket warranty management negotiations.

The agreement was announced last week at MRO Americas.

Investment bank Jefferies estimates that aftermarket revenue reached 109% of 2023 levels in the first quarter of 2024.

Ontic COO Brian Sartain on supporting legacy platforms, supply chain trends and expansions to workforce and facilities.

MRO companies, airlines and OEMs are unlocking AI’s potential as available technologies continue to evolve.

Michelin's business units are emphasizing capabilities beyond tires, including MRO and aerospace parts distribution.

Despite demand for MRO services, the commercial aviation aftermarket faces a bevy of supply chain problems detrimental to business operations.

The U.S. MRO will become the sole distributor for several L3Harris products in three global regions.

SR Technics signed a five-year extension with VAS Aero Services at Aviation Week Network’s MRO Americas for Pratt & Whitney PW4000-100-in. engine maintenance.

In recent years, Ducommun’s recovery has included acquisitions, including BLR Aerospace last year for its maintenance, repair and overhaul work.

Creativity isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when one thinks about aircraft maintenance.

John Laughter, who became Delta TechOps’ president in October 2023, speaks with Aviation Week about his outlook for the MRO organization.

In choosing local or distant maintenance, airlines must consider additional downtime and transport costs, among other factors.

AAR’s purchase of Triumph addresses two of the top problems of the MRO industry.

COO Dag Johnsen tells Aviation Week about Aero Norway’s parts strategies and CFM Leap plans.

A look at where new commercial aftermarket engine capabilities are being added around the world.

The state of affairs for aftermarket growth and navigating current market challenges in the region.

The new facility will house inventory for several airframe and engine types.

Coalition is tackling thorny area of fraud in aviation parts supply chain.

Europe’s GENEX project is developing digital twins to manage the entire life-cycle of next-generation aircraft composite structures.

The Brazilian carrier has outsourced ATR 72-600 and Embraer E1 redelivery checks outside of South America.

DASI sees the aviation parts market evolving to include spot markets.