The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an emergency airworthiness directive mandating immediate inspections of all McDonnell Douglas MD-11 aircraft before any further flight operations can resume. The directive, released today, follows concerns raised by Boeing over potential safety issues affecting the structural or operational integrity of the model, prompting swift action by regulators and operators alike.
Embraer has signed a long-term extension of its heavy maintenance agreement with Republic Airways, ensuring continued support for the airline’s fleet of over 240 Embraer E170 and E175 aircraft. The jets will continue to undergo major maintenance at Embraer’s Services & Support facility in Nashville, Tennessee, where Republic has been performing heavy checks since 2011.
Crestone has announced a new partnership with Temco Ltd aimed at strengthening aftermarket support for the RB211-535E4 engine, a powerplant central to the global fleet of Boeing 757 aircraft. This collaboration underscores the companies’ shared commitment to extending the service life of legacy engines that continue to play a vital role in aviation operations worldwide.
Airinmar, a subsidiary of AAR CORP., has signed a multi-year extension of its aircraft warranty management and value engineering services agreement with Cebu Pacific, one of Asia’s fastest-growing low-cost carriers. The deal continues a collaboration that began in 2022 and underscores the importance of cost optimization and efficiency in fleet management.
Air India has officially commenced the widebody retrofit programme for its legacy Boeing 787-8 fleet, marking a major milestone in its US$ 400 million fleet enhancement initiative. The first aircraft, VT-ANT, departed in July 2025 for Boeing’s facility in Victorville, California, to undergo a full interior transformation. A second 787-8 will follow in October, with both scheduled to return to service in…
Cebu Pacific, the Philippines’ largest low-cost airline, has significantly expanded its collaboration with Lufthansa Technik through a newly signed agreement focused on the supply of Consumables and Expendables (C&E). This integrated supply program will cover the airline’s entire fleet of 100 aircraft, which includes Airbus A320, A321ceo/neo, and A330neo models.
Boeing has released its latest 20-year Pilot and Technician Outlook (PTO), projecting that the global aviation industry will require 710,000 new maintenance technicians by 2044. This alarming shortfall in the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) workforce is emerging as a critical challenge, even as the sector rapidly expands to meet escalating passenger demand and fleet growth.
AirExplore, the largest airline in Slovakia, has entered into a long-term Power-By-The-Hour (PBH) maintenance agreement with FL Technics Wheels & Brakes to support the landing gear components of its expanding Boeing 737-800 fleet. This strategic move comes as AirExplore scales up its operations, increasing its fleet size from 9 to 16 aircraft in 2024.
GMR Aero Technic, one of India’s prominent MRO providers, has secured a three-year base maintenance agreementwith Akasa Air, a fast-growing Indian low-cost carrier. The agreement covers maintenance services for Akasa’s expanding B737 MAX fleet, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to operational reliability and GMR Aero Technic’s positioning as a preferred maintenance partner in the region.
StandardAero, a leading global provider of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, has been selected by Firefly, a subsidiary of Malaysia Aviation Group, to deliver comprehensive support for the PW127M engines powering its ATR72-500 fleet. This agreement enhances Firefly’s operational reliability as it continues to scale its regional network.
