IATA MRO SmartHub Fundamentals and Practical Application (LIVE virtual classroom)

3-day (24 hours) classroom course

The IATA MRO Fundamentals course offers a comprehensive exploration of the aviation Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) ecosystem, providing professionals with a solid foundation in key concepts, regulatory frameworks, and commercial practices. Designed for individuals across the MRO value chain, including MRO providers, OEMs, airlines, and aircraft parts traders, this course addresses the essential components of MRO operations in a global context. Distinctively, the course emphasizes practical application through immersive simulations using the IATA MRO SmartHub platform. You will engage in real-world scenarios, making procurement and asset trading decisions, evaluating Used Serviceable Material (USM), and navigating consignment models and digital documentation. This hands-on approach allows you to experience the challenges and complexities of the MRO industry firsthand. This course is ideal for professionals looking to deepen their understanding of MRO operations or those transitioning into MRO roles, offering a blend of foundational knowledge and practical skills that are directly applicable to industry demands.

Course Code: TALM-83-VC

Course format

• The live sessions of this virtual classroom course are delivered by an official IATA Instructor.
• The course will take you approximately 18 hours to complete and be held over 3 consecutive days.
• There will be 2 live interactive virtual classroom sessions per day, each session will be 180 minutes.
• The live sessions will require your participation, with multiple Q&A sessions and additional time spent on self-study material including projects, research, additional reading and videos.
• Student performance will be based on an assessment.

Technical requirements

Please verify your hardware, software and network to support your upcoming course with IATA Training.

Prerequisites

• Prior MRO experience is not required, though a basic understanding of airline operations is helpful.
• Recommended level is Entry-level and Intermediate.
• The recommended level of language proficiency is ICAO Operational Level 4 for courses in English or the equivalent level for other languages.

How to register

• When you click the Register button, you will be directed to log in to your Training Account. Please have your login details ready.
• Register early and save up to 25% at our Training Centers! Please read the Terms and Conditions for the early bird discount. The discount will be calculated at the time of payment.

To arrange in-house training for your company: Complete the in-house training request form or contact the B2B Training Specialist in your region.

Virtual venues

We schedule our virtual classroom courses through one of 3 virtual venues, each in a different time zone for your convenience. For more information, please visit our page on virtual classroom timing or contact our Customer Portal.

Please check the exact schedule of each class below (View more details) and click ‘Register’.

Upon completing this course you will be able to:

• Simulate MRO procurement, asset evaluation, and trading strategies using IATA MRO SmartHub for hands-on learning
• Apply foundational MRO knowledge as a stepping stone for career progression in aviation-related roles
• Analyze real-world market scenarios, including regulations, certification processes, logistics, and commercial practices
• Evaluate key MRO processes and strategies to enhance decision-making in the aviation industry.

The key topics that are covered during this course include:

• MRO foundations
• Regulatory and technical basics
• MRO product structures
• Material management
• Commercial and valuation practices
• Documentation and strategy

Activities

• Hands-on simulation exercises with IATA MRO SmartHub
• Multiple Q&A sessions, self-study material, exercises, case studies
• Assessment

This course is recommended for Professionals from MRO organizations, OEMs, Repair shops, Airlines, Part Traders, and Leasing companies working in:

• Management
• Finance & Accounting
• Engineering
• Technical Procurement
• Sales
• Asset Management
• Supply Chain Management

An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 70% or higher on an assessment. A special distinction is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher.