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McKinsey is proud to partner with Farnborough International at the 2024 Farnborough International Airshow to bring industry experts together addressing topics related to aviation, space, and defence.
Featured insights
Article
Tradespeople wanted: The need for critical trade skills in the US
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US manufacturing and construction face a hiring crunch for skilled workers such as carpenters, electricians, welders, and plumbers. A few creative actions can help overcome gaps and boost performance.
Report
Space: The $1.8 trillion opportunity for global economic growth
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As the space economy expands, it could create value for multiple industries and solve many of the world’s most pressing challenges.
Article
The generative AI opportunity in airline maintenance
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For everyone from repair copilots to clerical assistants, generative AI can improve productivity and ease labor shortages. How can airlines and related companies get the basics right?
Article
Addressing continued turbulence: The commercial-aerospace supply chain
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A new, comprehensive supply-chain-management approach can help aerospace companies eliminate many of the disruptions that are contributing to a record-high aircraft order backlog.
Article
A rising wave of tech disruptors: The future of defense innovation?
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Nontraditional sources of innovation are transforming the defense sector with powerful capabilities—but they must overcome obstacles on the path to scalable success.
Blog Post
Clouds or clear skies? Prospects for future air mobility
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Although some analysts expected future air mobility to experience major bumps in 2023, it was a year of surprising consistency and ongoing progress. Could 2024 be more complicated?
Article
Europe’s gray-to-green workforce transition in aerospace and defense
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The global aerospace and defense sector is facing a talent crisis as its workforce ages, particularly in Europe. Attracting and retaining younger employees will require a radical new approach.
Article
Decarbonizing aviation: Executing on net-zero goals
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Aviation has a difficult but imperative role in meeting net-zero goals. By prioritizing near- and long-term efforts, airlines and OEMs can refine decarbonization solutions and optimize their results.
Article
Short-haul flying redefined: The promise of regional air mobility
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Innovative propulsion and flight-control technologies, combined with a better customer experience, could usher in a new era of frequent, convenient passenger flights on small regional aircraft.
Article
Planning for uncertainty in commercial aerospace
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Commercial aviation faces its most uncertain future in decades. COVID-depressed demand is now resurging, but there are many uncertainties and challenges for operators and manufacturers to manage.
Article
Taking off: Scaling complex manufacturing in the aerospace industry
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OEMs in high-complexity, low-volume industries face skyrocketing demand. But it’s now possible to scale production in ways that preserve product portfolios and profitability.
Core delegates
Emma Loxton
PartnerLondon
Works with companies across the travel and defense industries to build and deliver strategies and improve commercial performance...
Varun Marya
Senior PartnerBay Area
Helps aerospace, defense, and private-equity companies enhance value by transforming their organizations and accelerating their...
Hugues Lavandier
Senior PartnerParis
Advises energy, mining, and OEM companies on growth and portfolio strategies and evaluates corporate-finance opportunities; supports...
Vik Krishnan
PartnerBay Area
Advises companies in the aviation, travel, and aerospace sectors on operational-performance improvement, digital transformation,...
Ryan Brukardt
Senior PartnerMiami
Advises global aerospace, defense, and space companies on achieving sustainable growth and operational excellence
Michelle Bryant
PartnerOhio - Columbus
Brings expertise in product development, supply chain, and manufacturing to drive operational improvements for industrial and...
Featured highlights
Airbus and Boeing leaders discuss the future of sustainable aviation
Dr. Will Roper discusses the digital imperative in aerospace and defense
Conversations in future air mobility with JoeBen Bevirt, Joby Aviation
The “green” general Tom Middendorp discusses the future of sustainability and defense
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