AAR

Used parts market activity is steadily increasing as more older aircraft and engines are sold and parted out for their used serviceable material (USM).

AAR’s new maintenance contract extension with United will drive construction of a new hangar and the addition of hundreds of jobs.

MRO companies are concerned about new recruits’ soft skills, but educators argue younger generations are facing unprecedented barriers to entry.

Some maintenance providers are already testing use cases for generative artificial intelligence, but experts warn of significant risks.

Although airlines and MROs are desperate for new technical talent, some companies are finding skills shortfalls with new hires.

Doing nothing to solve these problems really isn’t an option.

After a decade-long courtship, AAR purchased MRO software provider Trax for $120 million in March.

The MRO industry is clamoring for military veteran talent, but obstacles for transitioning service members are hindering progress.

Acquisitions, engine servicing agreements and passenger-to-freighter conversions are MRO news highlights for April 2023.

AAR Corp. is seeing continued robust demand for airframe maintenance while activity in used material is picking up, company President and CEO John Holmes said.

The commercial aftermarket contributed 65% to the company's revenues for the quarter.

Miami-based fleet and MRO management software specialist to fall under new ownership.