Virgin Australia has signed a deal with Embraer to equip its E2 fleet with the OEM's aircraft health analysis and diagnosis (AHEAD) system.
The system will support Virgin in implementing digital predictive maintenance on its E2 fleet. The solution uses data to identify and predict potential issues before they become critical.
“The AHEAD tool will help us stay in front of maintenance issues, ensuring we are getting the very best out of our new aircraft and helping us strengthen operational performance across our network,” said Virgin Australia Regional Airlines executive general manager Nathan Miller.
“By integrating the AHEAD platform into the E2 fleet, we are enabling predictive maintenance that reduces unscheduled downtime, optimizes operational efficiency, and lowers maintenance costs," said Embraer Services & Support CEO and president Carlos Naufel. "These capabilities help Virgin Australia maximize fleet availability and improve overall operational performance.”
Virgin Australia has eight firm orders for E2 jets and has already taken delivery of two aircraft. The airline's E190-E2 fleet is based in Perth and operated by Virgin Australia Regional Airlines.