Tariffs disrupt cross-border MRO trade as 66% of operators expect parts shortages to worsen

An August 2026 industry report reveals that 66% of operators expect parts availability to deteriorate further, compounded by material cost inflation exceeding budget expectations by 100 to 200 basis points. Furthermore, 90% of industry respondents report adverse tariff impacts affecting cross-border engine overhauls, component repairs, and raw material imports. Labor inflation for general airframe maintenance remains elevated at 5.5% to 6.0%.