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The True Cost of Running a Maintenance Organisation
Running an aircraft maintenance organisation is far more expensive than most people realise. This Jotore Aviation blog breaks down the real costs—training, hangar rent, tooling, insurance, regulatory fees, rostering, and hidden resource drains that impact every MRO and Part 145 organisation.
Craig Reid
Nov 21, 20254 min read
How AI Powers Aviation Predictive Maintenance
The integration of artificial intelligence into aviation maintenance is accelerating faster than many realise.
Craig Reid
Nov 19, 20254 min read
What Happens When Lightning Strikes an Aircraft?
Lightning Strikes Happen More Often Than You Think Most passengers fear thunderstorms, yet for aviation engineers lightning is a routine design case. A typical commercial aircraft is struck by lightning at least once a year , or roughly every 1,000 flight hours . In nearly all cases, the aircraft continues the flight safely. This isn’t luck — it’s engineering. Modern airliners are intentionally designed to manage and safely dissipate lightning energy without damaging criti
Craig Reid
Nov 18, 20253 min read
Unlocking Hidden Thrust: How an Engine’s ID Plug Re-Defines Engine Performance
Power output is no longer fixed by metal, but by data — giving operators flexible, cost-effective performance management options.
Craig Reid
Nov 3, 20252 min read
Is Purple the Royal Colour of Engineers? The Truth Behind Their Epaulettes
Discover why purple became the royal colour of engineers, from Titanic legends to true naval tradition — and what it means in modern aviation.
Craig Reid
Oct 30, 20252 min read
How to Get an Aviation Job in Australia — A Quick Guide for APAC Professionals
How to Get an Aviation Job in Australia
Craig Reid
Oct 29, 20252 min read
How Safety Management Systems (SMS) Enhance Aviation Safety
Discover how Safety Management Systems (SMS) improve aviation safety through proactive risk management, regulatory compliance with CASA, and a culture of continuous improvement. Learn the pillars, history, and key benefits of SMS in aviation operations.
Craig Reid
Oct 28, 20253 min read
The Importance of Ground Support Equipment in Aviation
Ground Support Equipment (GSE) is the overlooked hero of aviation operations. Learn why underinvestment, poor maintenance, and lack of tracking can cost airlines dearly — and how smarter GSE management improves safety and efficiency.
Craig Reid
Oct 24, 20253 min read
The Importance of Tool Control in Aircraft Maintenance: A pillar of Safety, Compliance and Efficiency
Tool Control is a Pillar of Safety In the highly regulated world of aircraft maintenance , tool control is one of the most vital disciplines within a Part 145 Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO) . Every spanner, socket and screwdriver plays a role in ensuring airworthiness, safety, and compliance. At Jotore Aviation Consultancy , we help aviation maintenance organisations strengthen their safety management systems (SMS) , compliance frameworks , and maintenance procedures
Craig Reid
Oct 23, 20253 min read
The Importance of Shift Handovers in Maintenance — The Silent Guardians of Compliance
Handovers are critical
Craig Reid
Oct 20, 20252 min read
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