AviationOutlook Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) refer to the upkeep and repair of aircraft to ensure their safe and efficient operation. MRO is a crucial aspect of the aviation industry, and recent trends have shifted how MRO is approached.
A few key aircraft maintenance trends that have emerged in the space include the increased use of AI, data analytics, digital tools, drones, 3D printing, and other technology. These trends are shaping the future of aircraft MRO and will likely continue to evolve as the industry adapts to changing needs and technologies.
AI in aircraft maintenance
Artificial Intelligence is being used to determine the ideal schedule for aviation maintenance checks and potentially reduce the number of maintenance checks required.
3D printing aircraft parts
3D Printing is being used to create necessary and hard-to-find parts for aircraft, allowing for faster and more efficient repairs.
Robotics to automate aircraft MRO tasks
Robotics is being used to automate certain tasks, such as inspections, reducing the amount of time needed for maintenance and freeing up technicians to focus on other tasks.
Use of wireless sensors and RFID
Wireless sensors and RFID are being used to monitor aircraft health and detect potential problems before they become serious issues.
Using drones for aircraft inspection
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or drones for aircraft inspection are allowing technicians to inspect hard-to-reach areas without having to put personnel at risk.
FOD and damage prevention
Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and Damage Prevention are becoming increasingly important as they can prevent damage from occurring due to debris on the runway or in the air.
Prescriptive maintenance
Prescriptive Maintenance is a new type of aviation maintenance that uses AI algorithms to answer “what if” scenarios and revolutionize aircraft MRO. – Sciencedirect
Aircraft structural health monitoring (SHM)
Aircraft SHM systems allow technicians to monitor an aircraft’s health in real-time and detect any potential problems before they become serious issues.
Paperless MRO
Paperless MROs are becoming increasingly popular as they allow technicians to access all necessary information digitally instead of relying on paper documents. – IATA
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