Foresight beats hindsight

Critical insights shaping the aftermarket:

Predictive maintenance surge

Predictive Maintenance (PdM) uses data from aircraft sensors, flight cycles and advanced analytics (AI, machine learning, big data) to predict when a component is likely to fail or require service.

Airlines like predictive maintenance because it dodges expensive AOGs. This is why the global predictive airplane maintenance market is projected to grow from $6B in 2025 to $10.6B by 2030.

Why it matters: As airlines shift from reactive maintenance (dealing with failures as they happen) to predictive maintenance, the demand for critical parts will increase – while the lead time shrinks. When predictive maintenance tools alert airlines to a part needing replacement soon, Spaero Partners can secure that part before demand spikes.

North America’s aircraft fleet averages 13.4 years of age, signaling a “maintenance super cycle” over the next decade.
Why it matters: Older fleets need more frequent maintenance, fueling consistent aftermarket demand.

Supply chain volatility

Labor shortages, material delays and geopolitical disruptions continue to affect MRO operations.
Why it matters: Anticipating and planning for constraints prevents unexpected downtime and missed deals.

Tech adoption in MRO

Airlines are increasingly investing in technology you’ve never heard of before, such as digital twins, IoT monitoring and other AI-assisted maintenance platforms.
Why it matters: Airlines use predictive insights to turn maintenance schedules from reactive to proactive. For a painless buying experience, Spaero airline members will optimize their sourcing and repair strategies by using Spaero suppliers.

Bottom line: Foresight isn’t optional – it’s Spaero’s edge for airline buyers and Spaero vendor partners. Spaero member airlines will prefer Spaero member vendors.

Stay ahead with Spaero. Waiting for the market to come to you is a strategy for the obsolete.

– Insights by AV101