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MRO 360° Articles

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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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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Unavoidable but Manageable

How Aircraft Maintenance Delays Impact Airline Operations and Passenger Experience By David Dundas Aircraft maintenance is a crucial aspect of aviation safety, ensuring that every flight meets stringent operational and regulatory standards. However, when maintenance schedules are delayed, the effects ripple across airline operations and passenger experience, leading to financial, logistical, and reputational challenges. Operational

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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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Should MROs Outsource Expendable and Consumable Materials?

By David Dundas One of the greatest challenges facing any MRO operator is inventory management. In terms of size and scale, few maintenance sectors of any business will ever have the need to maintain an inventory with so many parts and, more to the point, so many expensive parts. In the aerospace industry where commercial

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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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The Rise of Drone Technology in Aircraft Inspections

By David Dundas It is remarkable to think that drones have been with us since the days of the Vietnam war, yet it was only at the turn of the millennium that their potential for more than military use began to be explored further. By 2005 the commercial potential for drones had been recognised and

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