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Broward Aviation Services has acquired a B737NG from AerCap © BAS

BAS acquires B737NG for disassembly

Broward Aviation Services (BAS), a specialised aircraft parts provider, has acquired a Boeing 737NG aircraft (MSN 32798) from AerCap. The dismantling of the aircraft, previously operated by South Korean carrier t’way Air, will take place at the AerCap Materials facility at Greenwood-Leflore County Airport in Mississippi and will be completed by mid-February. Approximately 800 desirable […]

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Availability is Crucial

Simplifying the Procurement Process By David Dundas When you realise that in an Airbus A320 there are roughly 340,000 parts and approximately 367,000 in a Boeing 737, is it any wonder that the procurement process is such a key element for those involved in the maintenance and upkeep of such technologically complex aircraft. In fact,

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How 3-D Printing is Helping to Transform the MRO Side of the Aerospace Industry

By David Dundas As with most groundbreaking new technologies, it took a while before 3-D printing became mainstream and even longer for it to be adopted by the aerospace industry. It was way back in 1984 that Chuck Hall developed Stereolithography (SLA), a specific technique which involved curing photosensitive resin with UV light to build

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Approaching Retirement Age

An Insight Into Maintenance Management of Aged Aircraft Engines By David Dundas As technology changes and new materials are being used in the construction of aircraft engines, so these engines have a longer lifecycle and this, in turn, requires adapted maintenance management programmes. More recently, the considerable delays and backlogs relating to the delivery of

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From Reactive to Predictive Practices

The Evolution of Aircraft Component Maintenance By David Dundas Ever since the first days of powered fight, aircraft component maintenance has changed almost beyond recognition. From rudimentary inspections in early aviation to today’s sophisticated predictive maintenance systems, the evolution reflects advancements in materials, technology, safety standards, and operational efficiency. Here we want to trace the

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Ongoing Question

Ongoing Question By David Dundas The people entrusted with this responsibility, aircraft mechanics, play a pivotal role in ensuring every flight meets strict operational standards. As the aviation industry evolves, the debate between specialisation and multi-skilled mechanics has become increasingly relevant. Each approach offers unique benefits and challenges, impacting efficiency, cost, training, and safety. The

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Rejected Engine Parts

repair or replace? By David Dundas For MROs, there is the constant challenge of whether a part can be repaired, or if it needs to be replaced either with a brand-new part or USM. The dilemma becomes increasingly more challenging when it comes to the critical area of aircraft engines which are subject to forces

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Importance of Data Analytics

Talking to Rob Suhs, Vice President of Global Sales at Inventory Locator Service (ILS) By Peter Jorssen How can data analytics improve operational efficiency in the aviation industry? Operational efficiency in the aviation industry can vary significantly depending on one’s role within the sector. For instance, what constitutes operational efficiency for an airline might differ

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