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

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