AuthorVaish Konda, RUSCA Blog Committee The Aviation Supply Chain Integrity Coalition was recently formed by aerospace industry giants, mainly focusing on preventing unapproved parts from entering the aviation supply chain. Founding coalition members include Boeing, Airbus, GE Aerospace, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Safran, StandardAero, and United Airlines (Stroh). Co-chaired by John Porcari and former NTSB Chair Robert Sumwalt, the coalition is focused on developing actionable recommendations to prevent incidents like the AOG Technics scandal, where thousands of engine parts were sold with forged regulatory approvals.
Last year, the European Aviation Safety Authority found that AOG Technics, a U.K.-based company, had used around 50 counterfeit parts in CFM56 engines installed in aircraft like the Boeing 737NG, accompanied by forged paperwork (Walsh). The industry responded quickly, with the U.K. Serious Fraud Office investigating and raiding AOG Technics offices in London (Broderick). With such a response, the expanse of unauthorized parts impacted only about 1% of CGM engines and provided an opportunity to create an initiative to prevent future incidents (Stroh). The coalition co-chairs emphasize the importance of thoroughly understanding the aircraft supply chain before taking steps toward maintaining ethical boundaries. By the end of 2024, Sumwalt mentioned that ASCIC plans to publish a report (Broderick). In February, the coalition launched a 90-day review, which will “form the basis of a comprehensive report with recommendations to ensure compliance with safety standards” while preventing unauthorized parts (Aerospace Industry). The Aviation Supply Chain Integrity Coalition brings together prominent players in the aerospace sector to reinforce the integrity of the aviation supply chain against fraudulent practices. The coalition is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of safety and trustworthiness within the aerospace industry, focusing on collaborating with leaders dedicated to ethicality (Aerospace Industry). As the coalition progresses, it stands ready to play a pivotal role in shaping industry norms and regulations, ensuring the reliability and safety of aviation operations worldwide. By identifying issues and concurrently implementing proactive measures, the coalition preserves public confidence in air travel, safeguarding passengers and industry stakeholders. Sources: https://aviationweek.com/mro/supply-chain/coalition-begins-supply-chain-safeguarding-work https://www.supplychaindive.com/news/aerospace-coalition-aviation-supply-chain-boeing-airbus-aog/708412/ https://www.geaerospace.com/news/press-releases/other-news-information/aerospace-industry-leaders-form-coalition-strengthen-aviation https://www.avweb.com/aviation-news/coalition-formed-to-tighten-aviation-supply/ Comments are closed.
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