Aviation Digest - MRO (archive)

PLUS: MRO technician shortage drives new training and recruiting strategies.

Friday 04 October 2024

Lufthansa Technik Eyes Large MRO Facility In Portugal, CEO Says

Kurt Hofmann

The CEO of Lufthansa Group has disclosed more details about Lufthansa Technik’s plans to build a new facility in southwest Europe. Read more.

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MRO Technician Shortage Drives New Training and Recruiting Strategies

Lindsay Bjerregaard

Industry efforts are underway to address shortfalls in recruiting and training aviation maintenance technicians.

ST Engineering Wins 15-Year Leap 1B Engine MRO Deal With Akasa Air

Chen Chuanren, Sean Broderick

ST Engineering has finalized a 15-year deal with Akasa Air, providing engine MRO services for the airline’s Leap 1B-powered Boeing 737 MAX-family aircraft.

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A leader in aerospace technology, Henkel stands apart by offering a complete portfolio of spec-approved MRO surface treatments and structural adhesives – all backed by industry-leading expertise, as well as authorized global distributors. With Henkel, you'll always be ready to tackle any maintenance need. LEARN MORE.

FLIGHT FRIDAY

Flight Friday: The Narrowbody That Revolutionized Transatlantic Travel

Daniel Williams

Flight Friday examines the Boeing 757's pioneering role in the aviation industry, which broke the mold for using narrowbody aircraft on transatlantic routes.

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More From Aviation Week Network

MRO Industry Rolling Daily Updates (October 2024)

The latest news in brief from the MRO industry includes acquisitions and a training academy launch.

A&D M&A CONFERENCE 2024

Gallery: Who's Speaking At This Year's A&D M&A Conference?

Aviation Week Network Staff

Aviation Week's A&D M&A Conference is scheduled for November 12, 2024, at the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, CA. Here are some of the panelists set to speak at the event. #ADMA

AVIATION WEEK MARKETPLACE: TELEDYNE CONTROLS

Introducing The eADL XS™ Onboard Data Loader

Fully compliant with ARINC 645-1 security standards, the new Teledyne eADL XS onboard data loader ensures the secure distribution, onboard storage, and management of software parts and databases across an airline’s operation. Built from the ground up for secure dataloading, the eADL XS ensures the total integrity and authenticity of software parts during transfers and protects against unauthorized access at every stage. Learn more.

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MRO Podcast

LATEST EDITION

Podcast: Unlocking Asia-Pacific's MRO Potential

Lee Ann Shay, James Pozzi, Chen Chuanren

Editors share insights from Aviation Week's MRO Asia-Pacific 2024 event in Singapore, focusing on capacity, technology and talent. Listen Now

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Event Spotlight

MRO EUROPE 2024

MRO Europe

Be among the first to explore the 2025 Fleet & MRO Forecast at MRO Europe! Come by and meet our team to discover the future of aviation maintenance.

MRO LATIN AMERICA 2025

MRO Latin America Is returning To Panama City This February!

Join us for the leading event in the commercial air transport repair, maintenance, and overhaul industry. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect and innovate!

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