StandardAero

APU upgrades are allowing performance, sustainability and reliability improvements.

Kicking off its IPO process on Sept. 23, independent engine MRO specialist StandardAero signaled that it intends to strike while the iron is hot.

StandardAero announced the launch of its initial public offering (IPO) process on Sept. 23, seeking to raise $1.1 billion at a valuation of up to $7.5 billion.

While OEMs and independent MROs are enjoying high demand from older engines running longer, maintenance capacity and material supply are struggling to keep up.

Specialists are adjusting repair strategies for newer, more efficient and technologically advanced units.

Founded in 1978, California-based Aero Turbine has a customer portfolio that includes the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy.

The company has unveiled detailed flight deck and engine program plans as it faces a challenging development schedule.

Speaking at Farnborough Airshow, Boom founder and CEO Blake Scholl shared plans to begin full-scale core tests of its Overture airliner's Symphony engine in 18 months.

Uncertainties in business, geopolitics and technology create challenges for MRO leaders.

StandardAero says the new facility will increase its footprint at Augusta Regional Airport by more than 60%, with construction expected to complete in 2025.

Repair providers consider their parts strategies on newer engine types constrained by a limited number of developed repairs.

OEMs are designing turbine blades to be more resilient in harsh environments and at high temperatures.

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

Specialists are adding new services, growing their global footprint and signing new customers.

After years of scattered attempts to keep pilots in service failed to change the trend, the Air Force is renewing outreach to its aircrews.

Engine MRO will introduce several Leap 1A and 1B services this year.

Whether large commercial MRO providers or financial firms focused on aerospace and defense, the appetite for snapping up aftermarket assets is robust.

Although demand for engine core performance restorations is high, supply chain issues are impeding turnaround times.

Performance restoration shop visits are rebounding in efforts to improve exhaust gas temperature margins.

A look at how StandardAero is growing its new in-house mechanic training program ahead of its planned Leap introduction in 2024.

MRO providers factor in new-generation engine issues to their maintenance shop planning.

Executives at MRO Europe discussed what is working well for them and the hurdles their businesses are facing.

Prediction, digitization and leveraging AI are where almost all MROs converge in their hopes for the future.

Test capability adds to existing hospital shop visit services at the facility.

Lockheed Martin suggests Black Hawk assembly in Gosport, England, to meet UK’s New Medium Helicopter need.