Are Drones the Future of MRO? (Video)
Posted: 2021-9-22
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Aerotime
Drone technology has revolutionized many industries. As remotely piloted drones continue to be utilized to inspect and maintain industrial plants and power lines, it would be a logical move by the aviation industry to adopt such equipment in MRO operations. While several companies have already presented their solutions, drone technology is not being rolled out as fast as one might have predicted.
Initially confined to military surveillance roles or leisure activities, drones are now being trusted with increasingly complex activities. For example, on June 7, 2021, Boeing achieved a world first when its MQ-25 Stingray unmanned aircraft system (UAS) successfully refueled a US Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet when it was mid-air.
The reliability of drone technology has reached a point where it can perform such critical operations. So, could drones also perform tasks that require a high-level of safety, such as aircraft maintenance? According to manufacturers, the answer is a resounding yes.
Read the full article at Aerotime.
