Maintenance and Modifications
OEMs Put Technology To Work in MRO Operations
The manufacturers of business jets employ various technologies to make maintenance more efficient and thereby reduce operating costs for customers.
Tablet devices are not popular only with the flight crew; mechanics are using the latest technology to keep up with aircraft condition and ultimately reduce the downtime required for maintenance. (Photo: Embraer)
Tablet devices are not popular only with the flight crew; mechanics are using the latest technology to keep up with aircraft condition and ultimately reduce the downtime required for maintenance. (Photo: Embraer)

Growing fleets and the longevity of aircraft pose continual challenges to the manufacturers of business aircraft. Not only do the buyers of new turboprops and jets expect top-level customer support, but buyers of some of the oldest aircraft still sporting a current manufacturer’s nameplate have expectations that they will be able to find parts and get answers to technical questions. These issues put product support at the forefront for manufacturers and, indeed, at some the ranks of upper management are filled with the names of leaders who are known for their skills at taking care of customers’ aircraft.