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Aviation Week's MRO Podcast

Aviation Week Network
MRO
Artificial Intelligence
Pratt & Whitney
MRO Industry
Boeing
Supply Chain
CFM56
Aviation Week
Aviation Maintenance
Aircraft Maintenance
Engine Leasing
GE Aerospace
Supply Chain Issues
CFM Leap
Rolls-Royce
Middle East
Airlines
Aviation
Predictive Maintenance
Mergers and Acquisitions

The aviation aftermarket is a complicated, fragmented, global business. Listen in as Aviation Week's MRO editors explore the ins and outs of the industry.

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Latest Episodes

Listen in as James Pozzi and Lee Ann Shay preview MRO Asia-Pacific by examining the latest Inside MRO stories on what's shaping the region's aftermarket, including MAB Engineering's measured rebuild, GAMECO and Korean Air's capacity expansion, mounti... more

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Listen in as Aviation Week's James Pozzi, Daniel Williams and Lee Ann Shay discuss some of the key takeaways from AeroEngines Europe in Lisbon.

ORIX Aviation announced its purchase of AerFin on Aug. 3, which follows a trend of lessors diversifying beyond traditional leasing. Aviation Week editors describe why and how this sector will likely evolve.

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Recent Guests

James Pauzy
MRO EMEA Editor
Aviation Week
Episode: Why Lessors Are Moving Deeper Into The Aftermarket
Jonas Mervi
Partner at Aerodynamic Advisory
Aerodynamic Advisory
Episode: Top 5 Topics To Expect At AeroEngines Europe
Jean-Louis Fariste
SVP at Engine Product
AFI KLM E&M
Episode: Top 5 Topics To Expect At AeroEngines Europe
Nuno Coutinho
Head of Institutional Affairs
OGMUR
Episode: Top 5 Topics To Expect At AeroEngines Europe
Scott Butler
Chief Commercial Officer
KP Aviation
Episode: Why Airbus A320neos Are Being Torn Down Early
Jeff Lewis
CEO of Hanwha Aviation
Hanwha Aviation
Episode: The Power of Vertical Integration in an Engine Platform | Sponsored By Hanwha Aviation
Richard Hough
President and CEO of ELFC
ELFC
Episode: What Are The Numbers Driving Engine Leasing?
Alex Derber
Long-time Aviation Week contributor; edits the Engine Yearbook
Aviation Week
Episode: The New Dynamics Of Engine Leasing
Jon Baker
President and General Manager of Airvoyant, AAR's AI-driven procurement unit
Airvoyant (AAR)
Episode: Can AI Fix Aviation's Parts Procurement Problem?

Host

James Pozzi
MRO Editor and host with broad coverage of engine and maintenance topics

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • one of my favorite podcasts. I listen to all thr new episodes on morning walks. The guest speakers are industry experts and vets.

    Audible
    5
    Marcos Valdez
    United States2 years ago
  • Great info to stay abreast of the MRO world

    one of my favorite podcasts. I listen to all thr new episodes on morning walks. The guest speakers are industry experts and vets.

    Audible
    5
    Marcos Valdez
    United States2 years ago
  • Valuable insights

    Started listening to this podcast recently. The one on MRO Capacity with James Pozzi was especially insightful with good stats and industry dynamics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vivek__K
    United States3 years ago
  • Great content

    Great content with timely and informative discussions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Workday fan
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Information

    I work in the industry, and I like getting information from sources outside my workplace.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Colonel13
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate outside-the-workplace perspectives and data-driven analysis.
Guest diversity from editors to financiers adds different angles on market dynamics.
Valuable insights and timely stats make this a go-to for industry watchers during MRO debates.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#183
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#95
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#142
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#179
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#222
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#227
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Why Airbus A320neos Are Being Torn Down Early
Q: How do recent geopolitical and oil price trends affect teardown economics?
Oil price spikes and related economic pressures narrow margins, accelerating fleet retirement and encouraging more aggressive teardown activity as operators and lessors reassess asset-wrangling strategies.
Why Airbus A320neos Are Being Torn Down Early
Q: What role does engine availability play in deciding whether to part out or return to service?
Engine availability is the critical factor; without accessible engines, returning the airframe to service becomes unattractive, so parting out becomes the more viable option as other components remain valuable in the market.
Why Airbus A320neos Are Being Torn Down Early
Q: From an aftermarket perspective, what changed to make dismantling such a young aircraft economically rational?
Engine shortages, long engine shop visit lead times, and the strategic recycling of engines by major lessors made it feasible to dismantle airframes that would otherwise be kept in service, as engines are the real levers of value; the airframes can be monetized through other components while engines stay pooled.
The CFM56 Aftermarket's Unexpected Second Life
Q: What's giving the CFM56 this extended life?
Delivery delays, which push back new aircraft and retirement timelines, along with durability challenges and sustained demand, are keeping the CFM56 in service longer and ensuring continued overhaul activity.
The Power of Vertical Integration in an Engine Platform | Sponsored By Hanwha Aviation
Q: Can you start by explaining what vertical integration means in the engine platform context and why it's becoming critical now?
Vertical integration means controlling the engine's entire lifecycle—from leasing and in-house maintenance to material management and the USM program—so you can manage costs, timing, and risk more effectively, and harvest parts through in-house disassembly for reuse.

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What is Aviation Week's MRO Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show concentrates on the aviation aftermarket, with a focus on MRO, engine leasing, and the evolving business models around lifecycle management. Episodes frequently dissect engine programs (Leap, CFM56, GTF), aftermarket supply dynamics, and the role of lessors and OEMs in shaping maintenance networks and pricing. Notable angles include vertical integration and bundled lifecycle approaches, regional MRO expansion (e.g., Teesside), and how macro factors like fuel volatility, M&A, and geopolitics influence the aftermarket. A consistent thread is hands-on industry analysis from Aviation Week editors, often complemented by guest experts from operators, financiers, and technology providers. The show often connects real-world events (Farnbo... more

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7. Richard Hough
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