Delta TechOps

Delta Air Lines is ready to dedicate more of its vaunted TechOps resources to generating third-party revenue.

Drone inspection providers are gaining regulatory acceptance and expanding customers, use cases and global footprint.

To be ready for an anticipated surge in Leap engine shop visit demand, Safran Aircraft Engines is adding capacity to its global MRO network.

The airline is seeing a decrease in maintenance-related cancellations this year.

The incident at the Delta TechOps wheel and brake shop at Atlanta International Airport involved wheel components that were being disassembled for maintenance.

Delta Air Lines is utilizing flexible fleet strategies and eyeing possibilities to add more external business.

MRO companies, airlines and OEMs are unlocking AI’s potential as available technologies continue to evolve.

John Laughter, who became Delta TechOps’ president in October 2023, speaks with Aviation Week about his outlook for the MRO organization.

A look at where new commercial aftermarket engine capabilities are being added around the world.

MRO providers argue that OEMs should expand access to repairs to help solve engine repair bottlenecks.

Restrictions on repairs and other licenses are creating headwinds, and repair shops are urging creative problem-solving.

The need for more production investment, ongoing supply chain issues and maintenance capacity concerns are all refraining Safran's CEO from pursuing a higher market share of Airbus A320neo powerplants.

Delta’s maintenance arm is seeking FAA certification for drone-based aircraft inspections following significant progress in its trial efforts.

Why Delta Air Lines has operational optimism and is investing billions in its operations.

A large number of Airbus A320neos, A220s and Embraer E2 aircraft are parked as Pratt & Whitney struggles with retrofits and engine supply.

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

Major MRO providers continue to add capabilities while pursuing efficiency gains and new technologies.

Delta TechOps chief executive discusses plans for post-pandemic MRO ramp-up.

Delta TechOps has opened its dedicated Pratt & Whitney GTF facility that will be capable at maximum capacity to overhaul 400 engines annually.