An Exploratory Research on Blockchain in Aviation: The Case of Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Organizations

Marina Efthymiou, Katie McCarthy, Chris Markou and John F. O’Connell
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Marina Efthymiou: Dublin City University Business School, University of Dublin, D09 Dublin, Ireland
Katie McCarthy: Dublin City University Business School, University of Dublin, D09 Dublin, Ireland
Chris Markou: International Air Transport Association, 800 Rue du Square-Victoria, Montréal, QC H4Z 1M1, Canada
John F. O’Connell: Centre for Aviation Research, School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, University of Surrey, Guildford GU2 7XH, Surrey, UK

Sustainability, 2022, vol. 14, issue 5, 1-17

Abstract: The aircraft maintenance sector has high complexity with many intermediaries, multiple actors sharing data and needs to ensure high data security. The implementation of Blockchain technology can significantly contribute to the aforementioned characteristics. This research explores the implementation of Blockchain technology in Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO). For this research, a mixed-method approach was followed to obtain a holistic view of the adoption of Blockchain technology in an aircraft maintenance facility. Semi-structured interviews and a case study were used. The interview findings related to the current status of maintenance records management. The findings also highlighted the value of data storage within MRO’s and the benefits of Blockchain. The paper also discusses the readiness/willingness of aircraft maintenance facilities to implement Blockchain and the barriers to implementation. Recommendations and areas for further research are identified.

Keywords: blockchain; maintenance; repair and overhaul (MRO) organizations; technology implementation; smart contracts; data sharing (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2022
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