Aircraft MRO Market 2025 to 2032: Engine Overhaul Dominance, Supply Chain Pressures, and Digital Transformation/Alert detail
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July 14, 2026: Severe narrowbody engine turnaround times reach 180-200 days
Aircraft MRO Market 2025 to 2032: Engine Overhaul Dominance, Supply Chain Pressures, and Digital Transformation →What Changed
Severe supply chain gridlock and a massive 17,000 aircraft delivery backlog are forcing airlines to fly older jets longer. This has caused a surge in component and engine structural material repairs. Consequently, narrowbody engine turnaround times at MRO shops have stretched to an extreme 180 to 200 days.
At a Glance
Severity
High
Likelihood
High
Spend Exposed
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Confidence
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Recommended Actions 2
Secure long-term engine shop slots early
Booking capacity years in advance is critical to mitigate severe turnaround delays and avoid fleet groundings.
Build buffer inventory for critical engine components
Holding extra spare parts will help shield airline operations from prolonged MRO lead times.