Materials By David Dundas In 2023, the global MRO market reached US$94 billion, just 2% below the 2019 peak of US$95 billion. The MRO sector still faces significant challenges after four difficult years marked by the COVID pandemic, an overwhelmed supply chain, inflation, and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Similar to the broader global economy,
By David Dundas SR Technics is a world-leading Engine MRO service provider, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with over 90 years of operational experience. Working with an extensive network of partners and business development offices in Europe, the USA, Asia and the Middle East, the company offers comprehensive, fully customised solutions for the Maintenance, Repair and
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,
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
