Aerospace Market Pulse

Louisiana's new House Bill 1098 limits nuisance, trespass and noise claims against aerospace operators to encourage companies like SpaceX to select...

• Airbus and Boeing's combined backlog of >15,000 aircraft is pushing every supply-chain tier, including forging houses, to raise volumes without...

AI is shifting aviation MRO inventory from static stock control to a strategic decision tool that improves availability and cuts AOG exposure without...

As newer aircraft incorporate more composite structures, SWISS is investing in a dedicated Zurich facility to handle repairs internally, boosting independence, flexibility and planning reliability while reducing dependence on outside providers.

TAT Technologies gains sole global distribution rights for 331-200/250 APU spare parts, extends MRO licenses through 2036, and acquires three 131-9A...

Aerospace ground facilities operating in harsh "three-high" marine environments face rapid corrosion that threatens structural safety.

Japanese equity via JOL and JOLCO structures has become a strategic funding pillar for global airlines and lessors, driving significant issuance for...

India's SAF could reach jet fuel cost parity by 2036 through levelised lifetime costs rather than single-year snapshots, with avoided health and...

• Global aircraft sealants and adhesives demand projected to expand at 4.2% CAGR through 2035, driven by OEM production increases and fleet...

Qantas will retire its 10 A380s from mid-2028—four years earlier than planned—after rising heavy-maintenance costs, parts scarcity and the...

LEAP engine deliveries jumped 41% but remain the critical limiter for both Boeing and Airbus backlogs.

• Boeing's 4,381 737 MAX orders equal 7.8 years...

AMAC Aerospace completed maintenance and refurbishment on multiple Bombardier Global and Challenger aircraft at its Basel facility.

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SIA Engineering has expanded its mainland China footprint by completing a 30% stake in Arport AME Fujian, creating an MRO joint venture with local...

• Maintenance typically represents 15-20% of total operating costs, ranking among the largest expenses after fuel and crew for owners and operators.
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Metal additive manufacturing offers a durable fix for recurring MRO failures as Lufthansa Technik 3D-printed a Ti6Al4V latch to replace a breaking...

Asia Digital Engineering revenue climbed 29% year-on-year to RM284 million in Q2 2026, driven by higher-value base maintenance checks and stronger...

The 2026 ASAP mid-year review shows operational risks now dominate aviation safety events, far outpacing mechanical issues.

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StandardAero now performs airframe MRO for Bombardier Global Express, XRS, 5000, 6000 and 7500 aircraft at its Van Nuys station, covering inspections,...

Aviation maintenance is shifting from reactive, fragmented processes to proactive intelligence by converting operational data into actionable...

Airbus has brought together customers and MRO organisations to finalise its Sharklet retrofit solution for in-service A320ceo aircraft. This step targets fleet upgrades through established maintenance partners.