This podcast focuses on an article published in Aviation Maintenance Magazine, which profiles FAI Technik, a German aviation maintenance provider. The company provides a range of services, including heavy maintenance checks, line maintenance, and cabin reconfigurations. FAI Technik’s commitment to flexibility and efficiency is highlighted through its focus on maximizing aircraft utilisation, exemplified by its...

The podcast focuses on an article from Aviation Maintenance Magazine that examines the events surrounding the tragic crash of US Airways Express flight 5481 in Charlotte, North Carolina in 2003. The investigation revealed that the crash was caused by mis-rigged elevator controls, which resulted in the plane losing pitch control during takeoff. The podcast also...

This podcast focuses on an article from Aviation Maintenance Magazine that examines the future of the aviation maintenance sector, noting the positive impact of increased passenger travel on the industry. It also addresses the challenges facing this sector, such as a shortage of new aircraft and the growing need to maintain older fleets. The podcast...

The podcast discusses the Voluntary Industry Distributor Accreditation Program (VIDAP), a quality assurance system for the aircraft parts supply chain. The VIDAP was created in response to concerns about the integrity of the supply chain and aims to mitigate risks through a comprehensive quality assurance system and traceability standards. The article describes how the program...

This podcast focuses on an article from Aviation Maintenance Magazine that explores the rapidly evolving world of avionics repair and testing. It discusses how technological advancements, including automated test equipment, AI, and cloud computing, are transforming the industry. The podcast highlights the importance of skilled technicians while acknowledging the challenges posed by component obsolescence and...

This podcast focuses on an article from Aviation Maintenance Magazine that highlights the current strong performance of the narrowbody engine maintenance market. Driven by robust airline traffic recovery, particularly in the single-aisle segment, the demand for engine maintenance services is booming. However, supply chain disruptions, staffing shortages, and long lead times pose significant challenges. Despite...

This podcast focuses on an article from Aviation Maintenance Magazine that discusses the challenges of spare parts management in the aviation MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) sector, highlighting the need for accurate tracking and robust inventory control. The podcast emphasises the growing complexity of spare parts management, due to factors like fluctuating demand, long lead...

The podcast discusses the safety culture of Japan Airlines, highlighting their commitment to safety in every aspect of their operations. It examines the evolution of their safety culture, tracing its roots back to the 1985 JAL123 crash, the airline’s most catastrophic accident. The podcast emphasizes the importance of lessons learned from this accident and the...

This podcast focuses on an article from Aviation Maintenance Magazine that interviews Caroline Vandedrinck, the Senior Vice President of Business Development at SR Technics, a major MRO service provider specialising in aircraft engine maintenance. The interview covers SR Technics’ recent transformation to focus solely on engine maintenance, the challenges and opportunities in recruiting skilled technicians,...

This podcast focuses on an article from Aviation Maintenance Magazine that discusses the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0, a compliance framework designed to protect sensitive information within the aerospace and defense sectors. It highlights the importance of CMMC 2.0 in safeguarding sensitive data and ensuring national security, explaining the framework’s structure and compliance levels....