Jet Aviation has signed a cooperation agreement with Donecle as a part of its continued commitment to innovation while expanding its MRO services.
As part of the agreement, Jet Aviation has purchased automated drone technology from Donecle, which uses AI and advanced image analysis algorithms to enable fast and accurate aircraft inspections. By capturing detailed records of the aircraft, the technology can enhance the accuracy of existing services such as Pre-Purchase-Inspections (PPIs), while offering potential for new services centered around predictive maintenance.
“This is a fantastic step on our innovation journey, as we continue to explore new technologies to enhance our customer experience,” commented Jeremie Caillet, senior vice president, regional operations EMEA. “We are delighted to have entered into this agreement with Donecle and look forward to implementing and leveraging this cutting-edge technology in maintenance activities across our network.”
The Donecle drone and AI technology support operations for inspecting the external structure of aircraft, including lightning strike inspections, General Visual Inspections (GVIs), regulatory marking inspections, and paint quality checks. The drones will arrive at Jet Aviation in June 2023 and the team will work together with Donecle to explore how the technology can potentially be integrated into operations to facilitate an even more seamless customer experience.
“This agreement marks a key milestone for Donecle, as this strategic partnership with Jet Aviation will allow us to expand our current scope by applying our technology to business aviation,” said Matthieu Claybrough, CEO, Donecle. “In this respect, Jet Aviation is the ideal partner due to the extent and variety of its offer, supported by a far-reaching and well-developed global network.”
