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Aviation Week's MRO Podcast

Aviation Week Network
MRO
Artificial Intelligence
Boeing
Aviation Maintenance
Pratt & Whitney
Generative AI
Predictive Maintenance
Mro Supply Chain
Workforce Shortage
Delta Techops
Lufthansa Technik
India
Singapore Air Show
Aerospace Industry
Technicians
Rolls-Royce
MRO Industry
V2500 Engine
Cfos
FAA

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

European fleet growth, supply chain bottlenecks, AI, Gen Z, supplier contracts and geopolitics were all up for discussion as Aviation Week's team convened to record a special episode of the MRO Podcast live at MRO Europe in London.

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On the eve of Aviation Week's MRO Europe—running Oct. 14-16 in London—editors Lee Ann Shay, James Pozzi and Lindsay Bjerregaard preview expected highlights of the exhibition, conference and GoLive! Theater.

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Aviation Week editors Lindsay Bjerregaard and Sean Broderick are joined by Crystal Maguire, executive director of the Aviation Technician Education Council, to discuss progress on U.S. industry efforts to improve the training pipeline—and which hurdl... more

Join Aviation Week editors in Singapore from the GoLive! Theater at MRO Asia-Pacific as they share what they are hearing at the 25th anniversary event.

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Recent Guests

Dejan Borota
CDO and co-founder of Mainblades, a specialist in drone-based, automated aircraft inspections.
Mainblades
Episode: How Drones Are Shaping Aircraft Inspection Techniques
Sean Broderick
Safety Editor for Aviation Week
Aviation Week
Episode: Air India Crash Spotlights MRO Response To Accidents
Dan Williams
Director of Fleet Data Services for Aviation Week Network
Aviation Week Network
Episode: Air India Crash Spotlights MRO Response To Accidents
Adam Hale
Head of Heavy Maintenance at Ryanair
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Episode: Electrification, Hydrogen And A&P Testing Barriers
Lindsay Bjerregaard
Managing Editor, MRO at Aviation Week
Aviation Week
Episode: Confronting MRO's Juniority Problem
Tom Broughton
Overseer of the conference agenda and content
Aviation Week
Episode: Will APAC Engine MRO Stay The Course?
Robert Sumwalt
Executive Director of the Boeing Center for Aviation and Aerospace Safety at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and former chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board
Boeing Center for Aviation and Aerospace Safety
Episode: How To Eliminate Unapproved Parts In Aviation
Lee Ann Shay
Executive Editor for MRO and Business Aviation
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Episode: Examining The Top 10 Airframe MROs
Richard Sell
CEO of HACO
HACO
Episode: What's The State Of Asia-Pacific's Engine Market?

Hosts

Lee Ann Shay
Executive Editor for MRO and Business Aviation at Aviation Week
James Pozzi
MRO Editor for the EMEA Region
Lianne Shea
Executive Editor for MRO and Business Aviation at Aviation Week Network

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 69 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year 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 States2 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 States3 years ago

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Gearing Up For AeroEngines Europe
Q: Are there any sessions or tidbits at Aero-Engines Europe that you're really hoping to glean?
I am looking forward to the keynote from Derek Siebert of Lufthansa Technik and the panels on narrow body focus and AI applications in maintenance operations.
Gearing Up For AeroEngines Europe
Q: What do you think are the major developments in Europe's MRO segment in 2025 so far?
Capacity will likely be a dominant topic at Aero-Engines, as there is a significant demand for new generation engines and MRO providers are expanding to meet this demand.
Air India Crash Spotlights MRO Response To Accidents
Q: What are the checks directed by India's regulator, and which 787 aircraft are these checks applying to?
The DGCA issued an order for Air India to conduct specific inspections of their GE GenX powered 787s, focusing on areas that seemed likely to connect to the crash sequence.
Confronting MRO's Juniority Problem
Q: What exactly is the juniority issue and what is causing this experience imbalance?
Juniority refers to a significant portion of the technician workforce having five years or less experience, leading to retention issues and cultural clashes within companies.
Confronting MRO's Juniority Problem
Q: What were some of the main takeaways from your article?
There's a looming shortage in the MRO workforce due to retiring technicians, with significant implications for hiring and training new talent.

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This podcast focuses on the intricacies of the aviation aftermarket, providing listeners with comprehensive insights into a fragmented and complex industry. The discussions often highlight major topics such as Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) trends, advancements in engine technology, the impact of drones on aircraft inspection, and evolving market conditions driven by global economic factors. Unique elements of the podcast include interviews with industry experts and timely analyses of events like air shows and conferences, making it a valuable resource for professionals in the aerospace sector who are looking to stay informed about the latest developments and challenges.

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