NEWS The Maintenance Performance
Toolbox modules chosen by SWISS establish digital maintenance recordkeeping, reducing the time needed to access aircraft-specifi c technical information and eliminating paper-based materials. The Toolbox solutions also establish a searchable library of fl eet-wide maintenance data, including customized maintenance documents created by SWISS, to meet their specifi c operational needs. “Boeing is very pleased to support SWISS’ entry into service of their new 777-300ER airplanes with these proven digital tools,” says John Maggiore, director, Boeing Fleet and Maintenance Solutions. “Together,
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Airplane Health Management, Maintenance Performance Toolbox and LSAP Services will provide an integrated platform for effi cient operations.”
SWISS will be the fi rst airline to integrate Boeing Software Distribution Tools – a component of LSAP Services – with 777 airplanes. SWISS will now be able to effi ciently and securely manage and exchange airplane operational data and software with their aircraft wirelessly or manually. This will provide SWISS with increased operational fl exibility and streamlined processes, and the airline will be able to enhance verifi cation of essential data.
5/3/15 3:27:57 PM FAA URGES AIRLINES TO ASSESS
LITHIUM BATTERY RISKS The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a safety alert to U.S. and foreign commercial passenger and cargo airlines urging them to conduct a safety risk assessment to manage the risks associated with transporting lithium batteries as cargo. The FAA also is issuing guidance to its own inspectors to help them determine whether the airlines have adequately assessed the risk of handling and carrying lithium batteries as cargo. FAA battery fi re testing has highlighted the potential risk of a catastrophic aircraft loss due to damage resulting from a lithium battery fi re or explosion. Current
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