This podcast examines the evolution of additive manufacturing within the aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sector, moving beyond simple prototyping to the restoration of flight hardware. While 3D printing technologies like SLS and FDM are already used for non-critical cabin components, the industry faces stricter hurdles when applying metallic processes to structural airframe parts. Success in this field relies on meeting rigorous safety and certification standards established by bodies like the Aerospace Industries Association to ensure material integrity and durability. Major airlines are currently integrating these methods to improve sustainability and resolve supply chain issues for obsolete parts. Ultimately, the podcast highlights that while technological innovation is advancing rapidly, human engineering judgment and strict regulatory compliance remain the essential foundations for aircraft airworthiness.