Aviation Insights

Now more than ever, operators need to be thoroughly prepared before embarking on their next visit. Supply chain constraints, competitive parts market, production hurdles, and reliability issues, have all contributed to long queues and rising service and material costs.

As industries worldwide embrace the digital wave, aviation is no exception. But with change comes uncertainty. What can industry players do to adapt? What crucial questions need to be asked to navigate this transformation successfully?

By now, many of us probably have a general idea of what an Airworthiness Directive (AD) is. We revisit this crucial document, discuss audit findings, their impact on redelivery, and the need for meticulous planning to achieve compliance, and highlight the much-debated topic of compliance costs.

Thousands of maintenance tasks need to be done for every aircraft, and we've seen the catastrophic consequences that can happen when even a few tasks are missed or not completed on time. Now, let’s revisit the straightforward yet critical record that informs task management, LDND.

Among the various critical records, the Aircraft Tech Log stands out. Its role in daily operations extends beyond record-keeping, impacting departments such as engineering, reliability, and operations, making it essential for operators.

A key aspect often underestimated in redelivery? Records management. Incomplete or misplaced records during regular operations can lead to severe transition issues, potentially incurring hefty penalties and extensive audits.

Learn more about the pivotal role of workscoping, and the importance of data integrity and expertise in shaping a workscope that not only ensures the reliability of an engine but also streamlines fleet management and operational efficiency.

We have summarized a quick review of gas turbine engine diagnostics, the potential for data-driven methods, and what benefits predictive maintenance has in store for your operations. Here's what you need to know .

Engines, often the most valuable part of an aircraft, held a market value of US$80.09 billion in 2022 and are projected to reach US$123.88 billion by 20281. Given this, understanding the factors that affect engine valuation is crucial for aviation stakeholders like lessors and operators.