Airline Maintenance Cost-Saving Strategies

PMA parts and DER repairs are not new--many airlines have integrated them into their maintenance programs for both owned and leased aircraft. Now that the downturn is forcing even more balance-sheet scrutiny, are airlines more willing to use PMA parts and DER repairs? As they explore life-cycle costs, warranties and parts availability, how will their strategies evolve, and where can alternative solutions play a larger role?

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