Back in the days of the golden era of aviation, where iconic jumbo jets and sleek, cutting-edge models dominated the skies, airlines took pride in their state-of-the-art fleets, symbolizing the pinnacle of technological achievement. Yet, as time marches on, these once-mighty aircraft are showing signs of age, posing a unique set of challenges for the industry.
Yet, as commercial transportation enters its second age, a rare aircraft is still operating for at least a third of this time. If you ask any airline representative familiar with the matter of aging fleets firsthand, you will undoubtedly hear that the first signs of trouble emerge as maintenance issues become more prevalent.