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| 07.01.2009 |
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Understanding MSG-3
Hearing the acronym MSG might make some think of the preservative in some take-out food. But in the maintenance world, MSG-3 is the root of all inspection schedules in a process starting before an aircraft...
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| 06.01.2009 |
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Change Happens: Resistance is Futile
In aviation, one thing is for sure — things change. New technologies, equipment and even shift changes can cause consternation. The best employees are flexible and adapt, but it’s not always so easy. As...
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| 05.01.2009 |
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Fatigue Risk Management in Aircraft Maintenance
An update on a complex issue. On June 10, 1990, British Airways Flight 5390, a BAC1-11, experienced a windscreen blowout shortly after departure from Birmingham Intl Airport (BHX) in the U.K. The left...
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| 04.01.2009 |
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Emerging MRO Markets
Even with the global economic slowdown, several areas are growing at almost exponential speed. These areas include India, China and the Middle East. What remains to be seen is if these areas will put on their...
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| 01.01.2009 |
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Regulators Debate PMA Rules in State vs Commerce
Export control regulations weigh heavily on the aerospace industry, even the relatively small PMA domain. One of the latest twists, which has raised eyebrows in the community, is a rule published by the State...
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| 10.01.2008 |
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Outsourcing Trends: Commercial Aviation PBL?
Performance-based logistics aims to drive down costs while increasing efficienty. Can airlines find a way to use this military concept to save money? Performance-based logistics (PBL), the outsourcing approach...
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| 09.01.2008 |
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Elliott Aviation: The Complete Package
Founded by Herb Elliott in 1936 as Elliott Flying Services and operated for more than 50 years with his wife, Arlene, Elliott Aviation...
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| 08.01.2008 |
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StandardAero Augusta
This Augusta facility started as Capital, became Garrett, then Garrett/Piedmont Hawthorne/Associated, was briefly Landmark and is now StandardAero. How has this shop survived these numerous ownership changes?...
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| 07.01.2008 |
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Mark Burns: Steady at the Helm
AM: Larry Flynn leaves big shoes to fill. How will you live up to his legacy? Burns: It’s a big challenge. I am fortunate to have worked really closely with Larry for a long time. For 14 years we have had...
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| 06.01.2008 |
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Aviation Maintenance: Military: Rebirth of a C-17
Allan T. Duffin is a freelance writer, television producer and veteran of the U.S. Air Force. As a maintenance squadron commander, he deployed to Southwest Asia for Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring...
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| 06.01.2008 |
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Aviation Maintenance: Military: Supporting the Military Maintainers
Helping soldiers keep battlefield tools up to date and ready for combat is the primary function of contract field service representatives. Battlefield logistics today are seriously challenged by the fact that...
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| 05.01.2008 |
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Aviation Maintenance: Aftermarket: Confused About Aviation MX Insurance?
Insurance is figured into the cost of doing business, but with a limited number of insurers in the aviation industry, what’s a small shop to do? Whenever aviation mechanics or shop managers congregate, the...
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| 02.01.2008 |
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Summit Aviation Wins: Prestigious Workplace Award
What keeps employees safe, happy and efficient? A management team that understands the needs of its employees and that includes a job that allows for personal and professional growth. As the only aviation MRO...
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| 01.01.2008 |
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The MARPA Report: PMA Makes Great Strides for an Industry in Need
There’s no such thing as something for nothing. But sometimes, you can get more than you ever expected out of a bargain. PMA parts are a great example. They are generally much less expensive than parts sold...
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| 01.01.2008 |
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PMA vs. OEM: The Business of Getting (and Keeping) Customers
According to the FAA, "Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) is both a design approval and a production approval. It is issued for the production of modification or replacement parts, which includes...
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| 10.01.2007 |
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Special Report: TATEM: Europe’s Future View of Maintenance
The EU, European companies and institutions have embarked on a research project set to radically change the way commercial aircraft are maintained. A comprehensive and challenging approach that may garner...
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| 10.01.2007 |
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Commercial: Into the Wild Blue: JetBlue Charts New Territory with Apprentice Mechanic Program
From their first flight in February of 2000, JetBlue Airways has been changing the way that airlines are managed and operated. Headquartered in Forest Hills, N.Y., "JetBlue is making an investment now...
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| 09.01.2007 |
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Aftermarket: A Fusion of Concepts: Pratt & Whitney’s Customer Training Centers
Pratt & Whitney’s Customer Training Centers deliver a comprehensive learning experience to a global market of aviation students. Whether time allows for a two-hour interactive distance learning session...
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| 09.01.2007 |
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Aftermarket: Leadership Skills for Aircraft Maintenance Managers
It is much easier working on airplanes than managing the people who do the maintenance. Managing aircraft mechanics is a tough job and few people can do it well. The job is stressful but important and...
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| 07.01.2007 |
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Special Report: To A Higher Standard
The aviation industry’s insurers, employers and maintenance providers recognize the benefit of employing certified professionals. SAE and PAMA are developing an advanced certification program that augments...
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