Posted on March 31, 2022
What is MRO and its importance in the aviation industry.
Those of us dedicated to the aviation sector are clear that the security It is an essential component in our work. After all, the prevention It is essential to avoid accidents and any other inconvenience that may appear during a service.
This is where the role of the MRO, a nomenclature formed by the initials of Maintenance, Repair and Operations, and that would come to encompass all those actions that we carry out with the aim of avoiding possible breakdowns, or fixing those that already exist, to ensure the optimal functioning of a specific system.
MRO in aviation; what is the goal?
Although MRO systems are used as a method of maintenance in virtually any industry or business, in the aviation sector they have a fairly specific and rigorous structure and functions.
The main objective of MRO in aviation should be maintain the optimum performance of a component, the maximum possible time with the lowest cost, always maintaining the highest safety standards. In this line, prevention and early detection they become the best tool to achieve this objective.
MRO applies to all airframe components: ABCD checks, repainting, adhesive bonding, potting and filling, laminating, specialist repairs, engine maintenance and overhaul, etc.
Engine maintenance and MRO:
It is strictly necessary that any aircraft engine rigorously comply with its regular review schedule. In addition, good maintenance and early detection of any future breakdown that may appear will prevent us from having to spend more money than necessary in the future.
It is also necessary that our trusted logistics operator is aware of the current regional regulations, as well as any modification of the same that could be approved in the future.
All engine parts must go through a meticulous cleaning process, as well as a functional review of them in order to ensure their optimal conditions and their correct functioning in an integral way.
In addition, in the case of aircraft engines, it may be especially interesting to take into account their repowering and updating in order to comply with current regulations. In this way, we will avoid having to purchase a new engine model and we will save on our global budget.
How to choose your logistics operator for MRO:
Don't have an MRO provider yet? These are the main points that you should take into account before making your choice:
- National license to operate: It is imperative that before choosing your MRO operator, you make sure that it is authorized by the service with the relevant aviation competencies in your country.
- Knowledge of current regulations: Rules and regulations are constantly changing, with new ones appearing and older ones becoming outdated. Make sure your MRO operator cares to keep up with any of these updates to offer you optimal maintenance service.
- Comprehensive attention: Because emergencies don't always happen during office hours, your MRO operator should have comprehensive customer support, preferably 24/7.
- Comprehensive assistance: the same goes for assistance. At RC-DEVTA we offer AOG (Aircraft On Ground), express, and field services, anytime and anywhere that is needed.
- Warranty Of course, no self-respecting service is complete without a good warranty. And this guarantee should extend not only to the parts and components used in the MRO processes, but also to all the service and labor that is carried out.
- References: In a matter as serious as aviation safety, references are essential to ensure that we are leaving our aircraft in good hands. At RC-DEVTA we can boast of extensive experience working together with the Mexican and Canadian Armed Forces, as well as the private sector.
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