Free to attend session: Increased global demands and labor shortages compel the aviation industry to seek innovative solutions for maintaining aircraft efficiently and safely. This presentation explores the pivotal role that AI plays in enabling proactive and intelligent decision-making within Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) teams. By harnessing available machine and sensor data, AI can proactively detect anomalies in components and provide actionable insights for diagnosis and timely corrective actions. This transformative shift to ‘smart maintenance’ not only minimizes operational disruptions but also ensures the safety and reliability of aircraft.