In a strategic move announced at the Dubai Air Show, Qatar Airways has selected Collins Aerospace’s Ascentia™ analytics solution to optimize the maintenance and operation of its entire fleet of 52 Boeing 787 Dreamliners. The partnership aims to harness data-driven insights to enhance aircraft reliability, reduce operational costs, and ensure a consistently smooth travel experience for passengers.
Ascentia operates by continuously analyzing vast streams of real-time sensor data from aircraft systems. This information is cross-referenced against historical fleet records and sophisticated statistical models to monitor the health of thousands of components. The system’s core strength lies in its predictive and prognostic capabilities, which allow it to forecast potential issues long before they lead to in-service disruptions. This shift from reactive, schedule-based maintenance to a proactive, condition-based approach enables airlines to anticipate needs and act preemptively.
For Qatar Airways, this means the ability to significantly reduce unscheduled maintenance events, minimize aircraft downtime, and improve overall on-time performance. The insights provided by Ascentia will empower the airline’s maintenance teams to schedule necessary repairs during planned ground times, optimize the allocation of technical resources, and improve spare parts logistics. The result is a more efficient, cost-effective, and reliable operation.
A key advantage highlighted by Collins Aerospace is its unique position as an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) for many critical systems on the Boeing 787. “Our role as the system OEM allows us to deliver exceptionally precise, real-time recommendations,” explained Nicole White, Vice President and General Manager of Connected Aviation at Collins Aerospace. “With Ascentia analytics now supporting nearly 40% of the global 787 fleet, we provide unparalleled insights and seamless integration. We empower airlines to effortlessly monitor, analyze, and act on their operational data to drive peak performance.”
The collaboration between Qatar Airways, a leader in global aviation service, and Collins Aerospace, a pioneer in connected aviation solutions, represents a significant step forward in the digital transformation of airline maintenance. By implementing Ascentia, Qatar Airways is not only investing in the health of its flagship 787 fleet but is also solidifying its commitment to operational excellence and superior passenger service through advanced technology.
