What Happened
Airlines Extend Aircraft Service Lives Amid Delivery Delays
Airlines in Asia-Pacific are increasingly looking to extend the service lives of existing aircraft, driving maintenance demand for systems including engine controls, avionics, and auxiliary power units (APUs). Honeywell is capitalizing on this trend, with its president, Anthony Florian, noting interest from customers in extending platform lifespans. The company has signed a three-year agreement with Garuda Indonesia covering MRO services for the airline’s Honeywell APUs. According to Aviation Week, Honeywell’s avionics MRO business remains strong despite semiconductor supply pressures.