What keeps planes safe: an introduction to aircraft maintenance in the digital age
Aircraft maintenance is the foundation of aviation safety, ensuring that complex aircraft systems remain airworthy throughout their operational life. This article provides an introduction to aircraft maintenance, explaining how maintenance checks are structured over time and why disciplined inspection regimes are essential to managing risk at scale. From Augmented Reality (AR) maintenance checklists for airlines to data-driven systems, this article explores how emerging technologies are changing how maintenance is performed. It also explores the growing role of artificial intelligence, connected aircraft systems, digital twins, robotics, and secure digital records in strengthening maintenance governance.
