Qatar Airways has selected Collins Aerospace’s Ascentia analytics platform to optimize the health and maintenance of its fleet of 52 Boeing 787 Dreamliners. The partnership, announced at the Dubai Airshow, aims to enhance operational reliability and passenger experience through data-driven insights.
The core of the initiative is Collins’ Ascentia solution, a predictive maintenance tool. It works by continuously ingesting and analyzing real-time sensor data from the aircraft’s various Collins components. This information is compared against vast historical fleet records and advanced statistical models to monitor system conditions. The system can then generate precise, prognostic insights into component health, allowing the airline to address potential issues before they lead to operational disruptions.
“We are uniquely positioned to deliver this value as the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) for many of the aircraft’s systems,” said Nicole White, Vice President and General Manager of Connected Aviation at Collins Aerospace. “This enables Ascentia to provide highly accurate, actionable recommendations that minimize flight delays and improve overall travel reliability.”
For Qatar Airways, the expected benefits are multifaceted. Primarily, the shift from reactive to predictive maintenance is projected to significantly reduce unscheduled maintenance events. This leads to greater aircraft availability, improved on-time performance, and lower operational costs. Furthermore, the analytics will allow for more strategic planning of maintenance schedules, optimized spare parts inventory, and better allocation of engineering resources.
Collins Aerospace reports that its Ascentia analytics platform now supports nearly 40% of the global Boeing 787 fleet in service. This widespread adoption underscores the aviation industry’s increasing reliance on big data and predictive analytics to drive efficiency. For Qatar Airways, implementing this technology on its flagship Dreamliner fleet represents a strategic investment in maintaining its reputation for operational excellence and superior service, ensuring its aircraft spend more time in the air and less time in the hangar.
