**Sao Paulo**: Lufthansa Technik has formalised a multi-year deal with LATAM Airlines to implement its digital platform, AVIATAR, across over 300 aircraft, aiming to enhance operational reliability and reduce delays using Predictive Health Analytics and an Electronic Technical Logbook.
Lufthansa Technik has formalised a multi-year agreement with LATAM Airlines Group, the foremost airline conglomerate in Latin America, to implement its advanced digital platform, AVIATAR, across various aircraft in LATAM’s fleet. This contract will affect over 300 aircraft, including the Airbus A320, Boeing 777, and Boeing 787 models.
Under this agreement, LATAM Airlines will utilise AVIATAR’s Predictive Health Analytics, a sophisticated tool designed to translate complex data into actionable insights. This technology aims to enhance LATAM’s technical operations by minimising unexpected disruptions, such as flight delays or cancellations. Early indicators of success from LATAM suggest a notable reduction of 20 per cent in delays and cancellations thanks to the utilisation of Predictive Health Analytics.
Predictive Health Analytics is a key component of AVIATAR, which is Lufthansa Technik’s independent platform that encompasses various digital products and services. The tool derives insights from live data gathered from both aircraft and airline systems, providing LATAM with a proactive approach to fleet maintenance. By forecasting potential technical issues before they arise, the airline hopes to improve operational reliability and significantly decrease unplanned maintenance events, leading to a more reliable fleet and enhanced planning for maintenance activities. Ultimately, this innovation is expected to contribute to a safer and more efficient travel experience for passengers.
In addition to Predictive Health Analytics, AVIATAR includes an Electronic Technical Logbook designed to modernise the communication process between cockpit crews and maintenance teams. This digital solution replaces traditional, time-consuming manual entries with pre-filled text blocks and automated input fields. By enabling real-time reporting of technical issues while in-flight or on the ground, the Electronic Technical Logbook improves both the quality and transparency of the data captured.
The logbook is designed to be compatible with various devices including tablets, smartphones, and desktop computers, allowing pilots to access aircraft status from virtually anywhere. It also features built-in backup processes to address any connectivity challenges. By integrating real-time data with LATAM’s Maintenance & Engineering (M&E) systems, this solution allows for immediate maintenance actions upon landing, thereby ensuring that collaboration between pilots and maintenance teams is seamless. This integration is poised to significantly reduce turnaround times and operational costs, while also enabling in-depth trend analysis through a standardised data structure, facilitating ongoing fleet optimisation.
Source: Noah Wire Services
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