FL Technics Adopts dentCHECK for Aircraft Surface Damage Inspection

FL Technics Integrates dentCHECK for Enhanced Aircraft Surface Damage Inspection

FL Technics has incorporated 8tree’s dentCHECK technology into its base maintenance operations at its Vilnius and Kaunas facilities. This strategic adoption aims to improve inspection accuracy, streamline maintenance workflows, and increase overall service efficiency. The decision underscores FL Technics’ dedication to innovation and operational excellence within the aviation maintenance sector. Algirdas Norušas, base maintenance development manager at FL Technics, emphasized the company’s commitment to continuous innovation, stating that the integration of dentCHECK allows the team to conduct faster, more precise, and digitally integrated surface damage inspections. This aligns closely with FL Technics’ priorities of safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Advanced Technology for Precision and Efficiency

dentCHECK, developed by 8tree, is a handheld, wireless 3D scanner featuring integrated augmented reality (AR) technology, specifically designed for the aviation maintenance industry. The system is recognized by all major aerospace original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and has been adapted for use with drones and robotic automation, expanding its applicability across commercial, military, cargo, and business aviation sectors. Airlines and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers utilize dentCHECK to map aircraft damage and produce digital, Structural Repair Manual (SRM)-compliant reports. The technology offers immediate, actionable measurements for critical airframe damage, significantly enhancing consistency by a factor of 18, accuracy by 20 times, and efficiency with up to 90% time savings, while minimizing human subjectivity in assessments.

Leonard Buck, marketing and business development manager at 8tree, welcomed FL Technics to the expanding community of dentCHECK users, which now includes over three dozen airlines, MROs, and OEMs worldwide. Buck highlighted the alignment between FL Technics’ commitment to high-quality MRO services and 8tree’s mission to improve efficiency and reliability in aircraft surface inspections. He noted that by integrating dentCHECK, FL Technics joins a global network leveraging end-to-end digitalized, one-click 3D dent-mapping technology, and expressed anticipation in supporting their mechanics and engineers with state-of-the-art inspection solutions.

Implications for the Industry and Future Outlook

While FL Technics may encounter challenges in integrating dentCHECK into its established maintenance workflows, initial industry feedback has been positive, recognizing the potential for enhanced efficiency and reduced aircraft downtime. The adoption of this advanced technology positions FL Technics at the forefront of digital transformation in aircraft maintenance, establishing a new standard for safety and operational excellence. Industry analysts suggest that competitors are likely to follow suit by adopting similar technologies to maintain their competitive advantage.

By leveraging dentCHECK, FL Technics not only achieves more precise and consistent surface damage assessments but also accelerates aircraft turnaround times. This strategic initiative reinforces the company’s leadership in embracing digital solutions to elevate maintenance standards and address the evolving demands of the global aviation industry.