The average business jet can last for more than 25,000 miles. But to get this much life out of it, it’ll need to be well-maintained from the start.

One way to accomplish this goal is by searching for the right maintenance, repair, and overhaul services provider. They’ll be able to supply the best MRO services and keep a jet in fantastic condition.

It might seem as though choosing an MRO provider would be simple. But with the global MRO market growing to be worth almost $80 billion, there are so many MRO provider options that can provide the necessary aircraft services.

Read on for a guide on how companies can select MRO providers they can trust to set them up with MRO services.

Look For MRO Providers in the Right Location

When searching for a maintenance, repair, and overhaul services provider, the first thing that needs to be done is to decide where this MRO provider should be located. The location that is chosen should be easily accessible when it’s time for a jet to be maintained, repaired, or overhauled.

There are thousands of MRO providers in both the U.S. and Europe. There are MRO provider options in other parts of the world as well.

Those in search of an MRO provider can narrow down the options that will be available by selecting the ideal location from the beginning. It’ll help hone in on only the providers that can extend MRO services in the preferred part of the world.

Make Sure MRO Providers Have the Necessary Certifications

After a desired location is chosen and the MRO providers situated in it are found, researching these options will be the next order of business. First and foremost, the MRO providers being considered will need to have the necessary certifications.

MRO services in the U.S. will need to have a certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 145. It’ll allow this company to legally perform MRO services on aircraft in the U.S.

MRO services in the European Union will be a different story. In this case, an MRO provider will need to have a certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Industry under the organization’s Part 145.

Either way, companies shouldn’t ever trust MRO providers that aren’t properly certified within the country in which they operate.

See Which Jets MRO Providers Specialize in Working On

There are thousands of jets used all throughout the world. But not all of these jets are created equal.

Prior to picking out a provider for MRO services, companies need to find ones that specialize in working on the specific types of jets that will need to be worked on. If MRO providers will be called upon to maintain, service, or overhaul, say, Bombardier Challenger 850s, they should have the experience and expertise it’ll take to do it.

Very few MRO providers will be capable of working on all types of jets. It’s why companies will need to make it a point to locate providers that can work on the types of jets they have, whether it be Bombardier Challenger 850s or other options like:

• Bombardier CRJ100 or CRJ200
• Embraer EMB-135 or EMB-140
• Embraer Legacy 600 or 650
• Hawker 700 or 800XP
• Airbus A320

Companies shouldn’t be afraid to ask MRO providers if they specialize in working on specific types of jets. More importantly, they also shouldn’t be afraid to ask them how often they do it.

It’ll make them feel so much more comfortable with the idea of allowing this provider to perform MRO services. It’ll also indicate that an MRO provider has more than enough experience to work on a particular type of jet.

Check Out Which MRO Services That Providers Can Deliver

Outside of checking to make sure that MRO providers will be cut out to work on specific types of jets, companies should also check with them to see which MRO services they can offer. Not every MRO provider will be equipped to extend the same set of services.

The best MRO providers should be ready to provide these services at the very least to the companies they work with:

• Base and line maintenance
• Painting
• Components repair services
• Interior modifications

In a perfect world, MRO providers should also have procedures in place that will enable them to work on jets as quickly as they can. For instance, a provider should be able to perform all the necessary inspections on a jet as soon as they receive it so that they can identify any defects it has and reduce the turnaround time associated with MRO services.

Sneak a Peek at the Facilities That MRO Providers Use

If possible, it would be great if companies could take tours of the facilities that different MRO providers use. It’ll provide an opportunity to see where jets will be stationed during MRO services.

But even if they aren’t able to see these facilities in person, it would be worth looking at photos and/or videos of them. These facilities should be modern and spacious so that companies know their aircraft will be well cared for at all times.

Compare the Prices That MRO Providers Offer

Jets and most forms of aircraft are typically worth millions and sometimes tens of millions of dollars. As a result, companies shouldn’t choose MRO providers based solely on the prices they’ll charge.

The cheapest MRO provider will rarely be the best one. Companies will regret opting to go with the least expensive options if this is the approach they take.

Instead, they should search for an MRO provider that’ll fit into their preferred price ranges. It’ll allow them to get access to affordable MRO services.

Contact Us for More Information on Our MRO Services

Is your company in need of a great MRO provider? EFTEC can provide you with the best MRO services in the business.

Our team of logistics executives and engineers can help maintain a wide range of different types of regional and business jets while delivering superior service and affordable prices. Reach out to us to take advantage of our MRO services.