Show Notes
Becoming obsolete is a painful process for anyone(!), but what does it mean for helicopter parts and what can you do about it? Episode 8 hits just that... In the fast moving world of helicopter design & production the upgrades from "Model A" to "Model B" can result in design tweaks and that impacts everything... So how do you maintain the relevance of "A" whilst also supplying "B"? Well, that's what we're here to explain... and more!
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Ever wanted to know what drives the decision behind pricing parts? We're here to explain all and talk about what we observe within the industry, This is a must listen for any existing or potential helicopter operator, as we hit the record button for another great episode behind the curtain of the aftermarket.
When is new, not new? In Episode 41 we're talking about part "conditions". This is a really important subject, which can cause confusion and sometimes even arguments! It's all about the state of a part, and how it's used on the airworthiness release form. Think about this for example... When a part is "new" - say a Bell 206 rotor blade from 1972 - how long does it stay "new" for? We dive into this delicate subject so that you can navigate the terms with clarity.
We're back with a special guest episode! Yes, it's the 40th episode of Rotor Torque (errr... wow!) and we are delighted to have our very our Lilli Seider in the hot seat! Lilli is one of the founding pillars of Alpine. In this episode, she not only brings insight into her journey into aviation & the emergence of Alpine, but also her role in this special team and her multi-skilled, day-to-day operations.
It's a role that's often misunderstood. Some people see Brokers as unnecessary middlemen, while others rely on them every single day. The reality is rather more interesting! In this episode of Rotor Torque, Peter explains where Brokers fit into the helicopter aftermarket, why Alpine works closely with many of them, how good brokers add actual value to the supply chain, and why Alpine deliberately chose a different path by investing in inventory rather than simply trading parts. It's an deep dive into one of the most misunderstood roles in aviation parts - and explains why the industry needs good brokers more than many people realise.
AOG... Otherwise known as "Aircraft On Ground", and therefore unserviceable and requiring a part... Urgently... like, yesterday!! When an AOG occurs it can have a big impact and - quite honestly - can be pretty stressful for an operator. We get it. And that's why we take it seriously and measure out AOG response time in minutes! But (and this is a super interesting factor) are they really always AOG? Actually? Well, you'd be surprised... Hit play to hear the inside track on AOG situation, what it really means, the pitfalls, how we handle it and - when it really isn't an AOG at all. Coffee, anyone?