Aviation Maintenance Magazine presents a discussion on the Work-Based Learning Consortium (WBLC), a Canadian non-profit that rapidly develops on-site training programmes for skilled trades. WBLC collaborates with industries to define needed competencies and then creates blended learning courses, combining e-learning with practical application and mentorship, to quickly upskill new or existing employees. Their programmes, like...

This Aviation Maintenance Magazine podcast addresses the significant concerns tariffs pose for the global aviation maintenance industry. Experts from the ASA and ARSA highlight that reciprocal tariffs could severely harm the US aerospace sector, despite the intended benefit to domestic producers. Past experiences with steel tariffs suggest that companies may raise prices rather than increase...

Ground support equipment (GSE) is crucial for maintaining aircraft operations on the ground, encompassing a wide array of machinery for tasks like maintenance, refuelling, and passenger handling. Factors such as aircraft size, safety regulations, and airport layout significantly influence GSE design and functionality. The industry is experiencing a shift towards more reliable, efficient, and eco-friendly...

This podcast from Aviation Maintenance Magazine features an interview introducing Evident’s OmniScan X4, a portable flaw detector designed for aerospace and other industries. The podcast highlights the device’s advanced capabilities, including faster processing, increased storage, and features like phase coherence imaging for identifying challenging defects. Representatives from Evident emphasise the X4’s user-friendliness, wide application range,...

Aviation Maintenance Magazine presents an overview of non-destructive testing (NDT) technologies crucial for aircraft production and upkeep. The podcast outlines various established NDT methods such as magnetic ppodcast inspection, dye penetrant inspection, ultrasonic testing, and radiography, also highlighting advancements like phased array and computed tomography. Several companies involved in NDT for aviation are featured, including...

This podcast from Aviation Maintenance Magazine explains robotic process automation (RPA) and its increasing application within Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) organisations. RPA involves using software to automate repetitive tasks, freeing human employees for more complex activities. The podcast details specific uses of RPA by companies such as AAR, Ramco Systems, Ultramain Systems, and ST...

This Aviation Maintenance Magazine podcast features a QA with Zilvinas Lapinskas, CEO of FL Technics, exploring the company’s significant growth over the past decade. Lapinskas discusses FL Technics’ integrated aircraft maintenance solutions, including base and line maintenance for various aircraft types across a global network of facilities. The conversation covers their capabilities in CAMO services,...

The podcast focuses on the article, “The Ups and Downs of the P2F Market”, examines the current state of the passenger-to-freighter (P2F) conversion market, focusing on the challenges and opportunities within the narrowbody segment. The podcast reports on the perspectives of leading players in the industry, such as AEI, EFW and Mammoth, highlighting the impact...

This podcast focuses on the profiles of various companies serving the aviation industry. Schaeffler Aerospace specialises in aircraft bearing repair and remanufacturing, emphasising sustainability. AirNxt showcases its next-generation MRO software designed to streamline maintenance processes. Elliott Aviation highlights its extensive history and diverse services, from maintenance and avionics to interior design. Teledyne Controls focuses on...

The podcast from Aviation Maintenance Magazine discusses the upcoming revision of Advisory Circular AC 43-9, which provides guidance on aircraft maintenance record-keeping. This revision, known as AC 43-9D, aims to modernise and clarify record-keeping practices, particularly regarding the use of the FAA Form 8130-3 for aircraft parts and components. The podcast highlights the importance of...