Specialized Engine Repairs Save the Day for Engine Shops During Pandemic

Specialized Engine Repairs Save the Day for Engine Shops During Pandemic

The podcast explores the recovery of the aviation maintenance industry following the COVID-19 pandemic. It focuses on the increasing demand for specialised engine repairs, driven by factors like the return to pre-pandemic flight levels and airlines seeking cost-effective solutions for engine maintenance. The podcast highlights several companies in the engine repair sector, including Revima, Lufthansa Technik, MTU, and Magnetic Engines, describing their strategies for meeting this demand, which include investing in new technologies, expanding facilities, and developing new repair capabilities. It also discusses the shift towards shorter engine lifecycles, leading to a greater reliance on used serviceable material (USM) and the increasing use of green time engines.