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Sep 24, 2024
Used serviceable material (USM) and exchange parts are vital in the aviation industry. USM parts, sourced from retired aircraft, offer cost-effective solutions without compromising quality. They undergo rigorous inspections and repairs. Exchange parts provide a convenient and time-saving solution by swapping faulty components with serviceable ones from a parts pool. Both options improve availability, minimize aircraft downtime, and reduce costs. The industry relies on these approaches for efficient maintenance and repair operations.
Customers in the aviation industry can benefit from the use of USM and exchange parts in several ways:
Time savings
USM parts and exchange programs can significantly reduce the time required for maintenance and repairs. With readily available serviceable parts, customers can avoid lengthy repair processes or waiting for new parts to be sourced. This helps minimize aircraft downtime and allows quicker turnaround times, improving operational efficiency.
Availability
USM parts and exchange programs provide customers access to a broader range of parts, even for older or discontinued aircraft models. This availability can help reduce lead times and minimize aircraft downtime, as serviceable parts can be sourced more quickly than waiting for new manufactured parts.
Reliability and quality
USM parts undergo thorough inspections, repairs, and testing to meet the required airworthiness standards. Similarly, exchange parts are sourced from reputable providers who certify their serviceability. This ensures that customers receive reliable high-quality components that meet safety and performance requirements. Boeing uses OEM, OEM-approved, or Boeing-approved repair stations on repaired units to consistently provide top reliability and quality.
Reduced maintenance costs
USM and exchange parts provide economical solutions for procuring components. USM parts have varying price levels based on condition, while exchange programs allow for a fee to be paid for the replacement part. This can result in cost reductions for customers, especially when maintaining older aircraft or dealing with budget constraints.
Overall, the advantages of USM and exchange parts for customers in the aviation industry include, time savings, improved availability, reliable quality, and cost reductions, all of which contribute to more efficient and cost-effective maintenance and repair operations.
Click here to learn more about Boeing's used serviceable material programs.