On January 10, Swiss Aviation Software (Swiss-AS) confirmed that a SunExpress Boeing 737 aircraft departed from Antalya (AYT) with the company's AMOSeTL software. SunExpress became the first airline to incorporate AMOSeTL technology into its operations. 
 

MRO in Aviation

Various industries, including aviation, use maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO). An MRO is an aircraft maintenance facility. The purpose is to navigate the required inspection. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) demands all aircraft to have maintenance/inspection, repair, and overhaul performed in the presence of a certified entity. MRO counts as one of the entities that qualify. FAA-certified MROs perform specific maintenance that is compatible with their operation specifications. Some MROs operate using just each mechanic's A&P license as the FAA-certified entity.

Maintenance consists of inspections, routine checks of the items on the aircraft, and repair of the inconsistencies within the aircraft. Repair is the stage where the discrepancy is fixed by returning the component/accessory of the plane or the aircraft itself to a serviceable state. Overhaul, replace, or repair an item on the plane back to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) standards.

Depending on the FAA rule, the aircraft is operating FAA, and the manufacturer may require an overhaul of these items. Usually, MROs are linked with heavy maintenance. They could be utilized with 60, 72, 96, and 120-month inspections and A, B, C, and D checks. Also, it could be for gear overhaul, modifications like aerodynamic alterations and avionics, and component overhaul or repair.

AMOS (Aviation Maintenance Software)

AMOS is an MRO software solution that covers the business needs of airlines of various sizes and types, organizations and start-ups, tier-one organizations, airline groups, maintenance organizations collaborating on specific airlines, and independent MRO providers of all sizes. It is compatible with every aircraft type, whether a new-generation, fixed, or rotary-wing.

AMOS allows SWISS Aviation Software company's customers to manage their maintenance, engineering, and logistics requirements to assist with their compatibility with complex systems of aviation regulations, as stated on their official website.

AMOS consists of eight modules that build the system's core, with two additional sets, Human Resources and Financial Management, and the system is complete. They help with functions beyond the module's limits, such as workflow management, reporting, and interfaces. 

AMOS Modules

• Material Management Module: For the inventory, ordering, receiving, materials availability, component utilization, and warranty control management.
• Engineering Module: Sets the compatibility of many maintenance programs and Service Bulletins (SBs) and Airworthiness Directives (ADs) that are applicable.
• Production Module: Management of the literal executions and the quests of maintenance.
• Planning Module: Management of the preparation of scheduled/non-scheduled maintenance tasks.
• Maintenance Control Module: Connects the operation and the maintenance.
• Component Maintenance Module: Creates a shop environment for overhaul and repair activities while managing extensive maintenance.
• Commercial Module: Makes it possible to monitor the relationship of customers and the continued pre-sales acts with both existing and potential customers.
• Quality Assurance Module: Quality standard check.

AMOSeTL

AMOSeTL brings AMOS technology to the decks of the aircraft with the cutting-edge technology of turning paper Techlog into a digital version. The intended audience is the pilots, cabin crew, line, and ramp mechanics of existing and future AMOS customers. The software supports many platforms, such as iOS, Windows, and Android, creating platform independence and leaving the choice to the companies to select which hardware is more cost-efficient.

It creates end-to-end process optimization and cost efficiency by optimizing turnaround times, broadening data access, and real-time availability status. It has main functions for specific types of users. SWISS Aviation Software added the following chart on their official website to clarify.

SunExpress and AMOSeTL

SunExpress was established in Antalya in 1989 as a joint venture of Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa. Its 30 years of experience serve as one of the most crucial airlines for connecting Türkiye and Europe. In the latest Skytrax survey, it was named the Best Leisure Airline in Europe. Its headquarters are in Antalya, Frankfurt, İzmir, and Ankara.

Swiss Aviation Software's official website states the following:

"The success of AMOSeTL is a result of strong collaboration. A unified and dedicated team comprising SunExpress & Swiss-AS, along with Pilots, Maintenance, and IT personnel, supported by Swiss-AS Product Owners, Business Consultants, and R&D experts, has been vital in bringing this vision to life. This blend of skills and expertise has paved the way for a seamless integration of AMOSeTL into SunExpress's operations."

This results from two years of hard work, efficient teamwork, and innovation. This achievement highlights SunExpress' commitment to excellence and the importance of leveraging advanced MRO solutions like AMOSeTL to optimize efficiency, enhance safety, and streamline processes in the ever-evolving aviation landscape. SunExpress and Swiss Aviation Software demonstrate the transformative potential of digital resolving in revolutionizing aircraft maintenance.